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Two crescents - Arab urban periphery around Haifa

Two crescents - Arab urban periphery around Haifa

photo: Google Maps

There are those who seek to squeeze more and more residential buildings in the city of Haifa, or oppose the development of metropolitan park in the Kishon River.

They apparently think that the city is surrounded by green mountains, and anyone who wants it can find abundant natural areas within a few minutes of driving from his home.

This is not so!

Apart from the Jewish cities and towns in the coastal plain, crowded yet designed, there is around Haifa, in less then one hour of driving, a very large periphery of Arab towns.

These towns were built without planning procedure, and therefore are not mapped properly. Only small parts of them appear in the maps.

Hence there is no proper reference to them in professional and academic organizations, in the media or in politics.

To the lack of public awareness for their existence contributes their traditional location, which is in hidden hills. These hidden hills are near major transportation routes, which make them very attractive as suburbs.

Due to the building style of these towns, of individual and spontaneous self-construction method, in mountainous and agricultural areas which are relatively inexpensive, Arab family houses are densely spread without order all around the western and southern slopes of the Galilee mountains, and the northern and western slopes of Samaria Mountains. 

They are still mostly called 'villages', but in fact these villages are today big towns, of tens of thousands of people each, which expanded their territory to create one urban continuum, where hundreds of thousands of residents live together.

In the western and southern Galilee slopes, the urban area, in the form of crescent, is consisted of the following towns:

Nazareth and more in the center.

Tamra, Iblin, Shfaram and more in the west.

Yarka, Kfar-Yasif, Gat and more in the north.

Daburia, Iksal and more in the east.

To understand fully the extent of this urban block one can visit this area of seemingly green Galilee, and drive in a dense Arab built urban sprawl, starting from a point east of Nahariya near the border with Lebanon almost to the Sea of Galilee.

In Samaria Mountains area, the urban towns, which are bigger thanks to the short distance to Tel-Aviv, are also intermingled together in a similar in the form of a crescent:

The central block is of the towns along Wadi Ara, with Um-al-Fahm in its center.

West of it, on the Carmel mountain, are the Druze towns Dalia and Osafia.

South of Wadi Ara are cities like: Tira, Taiba and Kalansawa.

East of Wadi Ara, beyond the Green Line, around the city of Jenin, are its surrounding towns in the edge of Izrael Valley.

The distance between the 2 crescents is only few kilometers, through the fields of Izrael Valley.

The people of Haifa who fight for a small garden near their house know that they will not find it elsewhere. North and central Israel became one crowded urban area. Illegal construction, unplanned construction, and construction in agricultural areas made it happen.

Tolerance and Estimation

Many political leaders in Israel celebrate the value of "Tolerance" almost to the level of a religion. Politicians preach citizens  "Tolerance"for others, especially if they belong to any minority. Is not this important request also a request to be tolerant for mistakes of the politicians themselves. If "Tolerance" is so important and they preach it vigorously, why not allow them from our hearts an overdose of "Tolerance" and not expect anything in return?

It is therefore important to understand the origin of the term "Tolerance" in modern society. Although "Tolerance" is an ancient value, its philosophical meaning in modern politic was developed by the philosopher John Locke in the 17th century, in his influential book "Essay on Human Understanding", in which he explores the wisdom of the human mind and human behavior in society.

"Essay on Human Understanding" was in competition with corresponding Thomas Hobbes' "Leviathan". Hobbes described a nature where the big fish swallow the little fish, and that natural behavior require a state of absolute monarchy or a dictatorship.

John Locke, unlike Hobbes, described a society in which the value of collaboration with others is before it's all-out war. The reason for the existence of a natural community is the need for constant learning together to overcome common challenges. Constant need for learning and collaboration to achieve quality goals, which are inherently beyond the power of the individual, naturally creates a "Tolerance" value - as the basis for cooperation between people who are different from one another, and so it is promoted as a supreme value.

Value of "Tolerance" as described by John Locke has become the cornerstone of modern society: liberalism, democracy, free markets, social help, and more, were all right. The concept also became popularized and often cited by every politician.

But it is  important to remember that "Tolerance" exists in the community to achieve common goals, and above all learning together. Power of it is important only when community members can learn from one another more easily.

To explain how "Tolerance" helps us learn from one another John Locke coined the term "Estimation"', which has close meaning to the concept of 'probability'.

We can not know everything on our own. This is evident today, in the era of knowledge revolution and knowledge economy. But it was also the same in the past. We were always depend on others to get most information and knowledge we needed for our survival and development. We humans are warm-blooded mammals that live in groups, and imitate very well as a developed skill. We do not work individually, or automatically play a role, such as with reptiles and insects. We are constantly changing depending on the circumstances, and exchange roles and places all of our lives, along with other people around us, and always it is rooted in us that under certain circumstances and efforts, we can fulfill any place in the social hierarchy.

We humans are able to do so because we do not need much time to store all the information necessary for our existence, but we are satisfied with the storage and processing of only a small part. The main part we find around us without thinking. We are able to perform so many actions, even when we have learned very little, because the total amount of information is found in those around us.

We are part of the 'Universal Mind', a concept coined by the French philosopher Chardin, and we find in society at any time the ability to connect to that mind and draw from it to our needs.

We sometimes call this ability 'faith', 'inspiration', 'recollection' or 'revelation'. But in reality it is the most common behaviour. It is an integral part of everyday life, but we tend not to pay attention to it because of inconvenience.

Of course the phenomenon is more common in more intimate settings, such as family life, children environment and the like. In children "Estimation"' is the strongest and most successful way of learning. They really swallow large pieces of knowledge without adults noticing.

To the ability to draw a conclusion in emotional way rather than by dry logic, by the common human experience, large or small, John Locke called indeed  "Estimation". It is the basis in our lives, through which we discover the surrounding in natural faith and act on the basis of mutual trust. It is developed in us to the concept of 'learning something out of something else' in daily life.

Of course "Estimation"' has many limitations and restrictions. We can easily misuse mutual trust, but this are considered 'the exception that proves the rule'. Society founded on the principles of Hobbes put a lot of resources to maintain order, and has much trouble with understanding others, because of the secrecy and suspicion Kafka described so well. This society collapses quickly as a bad memory. However society based on mutual trust devote much less resources for maintaining social order, and therefore it is much more efficient. This is also what teaches us the historical experience: democracies defeated dictatorships and the free thinker always win his dogmatic rival.

"Estimation"' is therefore equally important to "Tolerance", but what its political application?

While politicians are waving about "Tolerance" they forget the value of the "Estimation". They impose on citizens rigid rules, authoritarianism and limited individual freedom, which does not allow to fully form economic and civil spheres.

Worse yet is that without an understanding of the concept "Estimation" politicians tend to be short-sighted regarding the long-term vision of the state and city management.

"Estimation" requires flexible thinking and the use of imagination and creativity when making any important decision. You can not be "Tolerant" and in parallel design a city or country, social or physical plane, according to conservative planning principles, limited and short-sighted.

Who is showcasing the flag of "Tolerance" must also use the tool "Estimation" in its fullest creative applications. When one releases himself from strict rules and narrow considerations, he discovers the ability to connect with the general human spirit in full, with all sources in the world, learn from the experience of others and imitate their blessed labor. Politicians must see the future not for short-term political end, but also for future generations. With  "Estimation" parallel to "Tolerance", they will look straight ahead through two observation tools and will have important insights as with powerful binoculars.

Sabbath day according to the Golden Ratio

Saturday is celebrated every seventh day a week, regardless of season and special events in Judaism, unlike various holidays and festivals that are always related to various events.

The seventh day is all light. It is there 52 times a year and yet every time we feel the light. Although on this day we do almost nothing. Inaction on Saturday has a taste of holiness, compared with weekdays inaction which is often tedious.

What is the source of strength of the Sabbath, if not all of the many laws involved to explain this.

It is possible to explain the intensity of the Sabbath through the wisdom of the numbers of the Golden Ratio, and find through that numbers series direct connection between the Sabbath to G-d.

As we know the number most associated with G-d except 1 is 13 - the most important prayer in Judaism is "Prayer Thirteen".

In Hebrew numerology the sum of the word 'love' is 13, which is half of 26 which is the sum of the letters of the word "G-d".

130 is the sum of letters of the word "Sinai".

Mount Sinai is where G-d gave the 10 Commandments which are 10 times 13.

Number 13 has many more important expressions of Judaism and is the most important number in it. 
How to connect between it and the numeral 7 of Saturday?

You can do this by using the series of numbers of the Golden Ratio, in which 13  is an organ.

The Golden Ratio is a set of numbers with special features. It appears in nature in a variety of phenomena, including the relationship within and between many organs in the human body. Religions of the ancient world, Egyptian and Greek mainly, used the Golden Ratio as a means to build temples and religious worship, and thus for controlling the masses.

The series is built on the principle that any organ number is added to the number that precedes it. 
Add 1 to 1 and get 2. 
Add 1 to 2 and get 3. 
Add 2 to 3 and get 5. 
Add 3 to 5 and get 8. 
Add 5 to 8 and get 13.

The series continues so on to infinity, but always maintain a constant ratio of 0.618... between two adjacent organs in the series, and this ratio is called the Golden Ratio.

If you count the number of operations performed in the series until you reach number 13 you find that the number of steps is 7. The number 13 is the 7th organ:

1. 1
2. 1
3. 2
4. 3
5. 5
6. 8
7. 13

You can associate each day of the week with the number of its 
Golden Ratio:

• Sunday = 1
• Monday = 1
• Tuesday = 2
• Wednesday = 3
• Thursday = 5
• Friday = 8
• Saturday = 13

Every day in the week is getting this way interesting original meaning.

By using the connection between the seventh day and number 13 the Jewish religion changed the Golden Ratio control of crowds by priests to internal essence of free man.

The Connection between Haifa and the Sea

One can engage in endless discussions regarding the connection between Haifa and the sea, but in doing so it must be clear that over the long beach, which stretches for almost 20 kilometers from Kiriat-Haim to Tirat-Carmel, there are areas of different characteristics and there are therefore separate issues, each requiring a different solution:

A. Kishon River Park - א

Problem: The park is a key element in the relationship between city and sea because the river's estuary is a long section of the bay shore. Kishon River is in a purification process these days and the park covers a very limited area near Kishon port. The major land use around the Kishon estuary is very large ship-containers yards.

Solution: To make the Kishon River Park a center of activity for the general population. Its geographic location is in the center of the metropolitan area, but this geographic center is the most neglected part of this metropolin of around 1 million people. The olympic football stadium will be integrated with the natural view of Haifa Bay which is similar to a natural stadium. Proximity to many major transportation terminals will makes the site particularly attractive, and around the stadium should be built olympic sport park with many more sports and recreation facilities, including a promenade connecting to downtown Haifa.

B. Downtown commercial center - ב

Problem: The passage from downtown to the beach was blocked after building of the port and the railroad along the coast in the 1930s. British commercial center was built in parallel along Independence Avenue and is now mostly deserted. Municipality makes great efforts to revitalize the area, including through students campus.

Solution: Along the single kilometer in which the railroad passes in the downtown area should be built a very big terminals complex using some of the existing buildings, to establish passing roads and transport systems which will connect downtown with the seafront promenade beyond. These terminals will have many different kinds of buildings, old, renovated and new, with commercial, residential, offices uses and more. It will be one of the largest business centers in the Mediterranean.

C. Urban seafront in the German Colony - ג

Problem: The urban sea front is a nationwide program, in which the western outdated port is taken from the port authorities for development of a promenade and commercial center. Effort concentrates nowdays on opening a single road at the intersection of Independence - Ben Gurion boulevards, for crossing the railroad tracks and connecting with Bat-Galim promenade. Port authorities oppose the confiscation of space, and there is also controversy regarding planning cumbersome bridges over the tracks.

Solution: The dispute with the port can be resolved by using, at first, only one road near the port's fence toward Bat-Galim promenade. For crossing the tracks the best solution is to lower the square adjacent to the railway lines, while slightly elevating the tracks, and building a railroad bridge in the German Colony style, that below of it will pass cars and pedestrian traffic to the seafront.

D. Bat-Galim Promenade - ד

Problem: Currently the promemade is partialy blocked by the naval base and Rambam hospital. These days a road near the shore is built around Ramban, but the future of the promenade remains a question until the issue of the marina location will be resolved.

Solution: To build a large marina in the north-east part of the neighborhood facing Haifa Bay, adjacent to the newly built breakwater for of the navy. This marina will be in the quiet waters of the bay, instead of a marina on the stormy west coast which appeared in previous programs.

E. Long beach at the southern entrance to the city - ה

Problem: The distance from Dado promenade to Bat-Galim promenade is several kilometers of natural shores. Small part of it was built in recent years as Hecht Park. Railway lines passes a few dozen meters parallel to the shores and today the access to the beaches is mainly through few tunnels under the tracks, in some improvised style. Recently a short section of rail, near the park, was approved to be sinked  at a cost of half a billion Shekels. The plan is clearly impractical, since it does not solve the problem of access to the sea in other parts of the city. In addition, it will be a barrier to the water from the Carmel mountain coastal aquifer flowing into the sea.

Solution: To continue developing the small tunnels that exist under the tracks in this area and add to them as necessary, while continue development of a long pedestrian promenade along the beaches.

The issue of railway electrification

Problem: Railway electrification is a national issue. Electrification will bring financial savings, reduction of air pollution, and increasing train speed and efficiency. But the electricity poles are ugly and unsuitable for important tourist country such as Israel the Holy Land. Electrification may totally block the  link between Haifa and the sea, and there is also danger of radiation issue. 

Solution: In the whole country and not only in Haifa, the trains should use 'new generation third line'. Third line is a power line that pass near the ground between the tracks, and is used mainly in urban and suburban lines, for trains traveling at up to 150 km per hour. The meaning of the term 'new generation' is that the line transmit electricity only where it touch the train and the danger is minimal. The state of Israel is mostly one big city and there are no super fast trains, so it is recommended to use this method.

Slot machine in the form of a human face

Slot machine in the form of a human face

Forehead - title panel.
Eyes - lucky numbers wheels with the center as the Third Eye. 
Nose - shelf of radio buttons.
Mouth - opening for winning coins. 
Ears - operating handle and coins inserting  slot.

Syrian Tank – Syria map as Tank

Syrian Tank – Syria map as Tank

Human Face of Africa

http://www.joelapompe.net/2007/10/21/skull-shaped-africa-saga-africa/

http://gifhaas.deviantart.com/art/Africa-Skull-194871906

http://technorati.com/politics/article/eurozone-is-struggling-while-east-africa/

http://b-mill.deviantart.com/art/Face-of-Africa-171827886

http://geographer-at-large.blogspot.co.il/2011/06/anthropomorphic-and-zoomorphic_17.html

Human figure of the Baltic Sea

Human form of the Baltic Sea in Europe is one of the the most prominent and influential in contemporary human culture. This form is so clear and distinct that there is no need to describe it using all the artistic tools. Enough is to look at the map at a first glance, to notice a human figure kneeling and praying carrying her hands over Europe.

Map of the Baltic Sea - a human figure whose head is in the north,
legs in the south and head facing East

The map of the Baltic Sea had considerable influence on the development of culture in North and Central Europe. This is because this culture, as described in the book  'Decline of the West' by Oswald Spengler  is characterized by the transition from admiration to Jesus which came from early Mediterranean Christianity and drew its inspiration from the Holy Land, to the worship of Mother of Jesus, Mary.

The human figure of the Baltic Sea has no clear sexual characteristics, but it is seen first of all as a woman. The main reason for this is that the character looks like wearing a long dress. Beyond that it is a body of water and the element of water is associated with the world of emotions and therefore with the female sex.

The human figure of the Baltic Sea is a figure kneeling and carrying up her hands. Search for the term 'prayer position' in Google images bring up this position many times more than any other position.

Pose of man kneeling in prayer and carries his hands to heaven is common to all religions everywhere: in Judaism it is Abraham kneeling in supplication before Gd. In Christianity it is the priest or believer kneeling before the altar. In Islam the prayer is kneeling regularly on his knees, and in Buddhism the believer kneels in prayer and humility in front of a Buddha statue.

Human figure of the Baltic Sea kneeling in prayer

It is difficult to know when the first accurate map of the Baltic Sea was drawn. There exist many beautiful maps from the 17th century, when the science of Cartography was perfected. But apparently the shape of the image was known to the sea shores residents for many generations ago. This is because there is a constant dialogue between man and environment, as a dynamic process and idea in action.

In European - Christian culture the kneeling position was described in numerous works of art. Medieval Europe had many monasteries, where the monks were on their knees praying for many hours. The secular feudal culture required the subject to kneel in front of the ruler, often while he was leaning on his sword. In many works of art from this period this is the main theme. There is no doubt that the map of the human figure of the Baltic Sea was of major inspiration.

The attempt to strengthen in pencil on a map the human figure lines of the Baltic Sea encounter difficulties. There is not, up to date, original artist illustration of the character.

The first reason for this is the clarity of the shape, which does not require any emphasize and is taken for granted. It is a form engraved and stated in the subconscious mind.

The second reason is the proliferation of characteristic information coming from the Baltic Sea, which is very rich in bays and shores. All its coastal lines immediately recall the complex contours of a person, but even the most complex human contours are not so many and vital.

A third reason is that the image of the Baltic Sea is an elongated figure. It is in contrast to the rounded femininity and for this reason it is noble and incredibly complex. Suffice is to mention the works of the painter Modigliani and sculptor Giacometti to understand the unique qualities of this form, which the human mind is embodied in it. This particular expression through art had its detailed research in Gaston Bachelard's book 'Air and Dreams'.

So even today there is no artistic drawing of a human figure on the map. In this post there is no such painting, only a montage of a human figure in suitable position on the cartography map.

In the same manner done here with wooden doll figure, montages can be done with many photographs of people kneeling and asking in a similar position: monks, knights, loners, lovers, grateful and the like.

The Human figure of the Baltic Sea affects all Europe, especially in these days of crystallization of the continent into one state, in an age when humanity is unbridled and space occupation is in top priority.

The human figure of the Baltic Sea had also indirectly influenced the Cartographic worldview of many other countries, including the land of Israel and the State of Israel.

Map of the human figure of the Baltic Sea is the most dominant of all anthropomorphic map of Europe, but there are other anthropomorphic maps of the whole continent or parts of it. They deserve each a separate article and mentioned briefly here.

First we should mention the entire European continent map of a woman which her head is Spain and the Russian steppes are the robe. This map was a flashing insight of the artist, who attempted to give appropriately a human figure to the continent, in a period when Spain was the dominant empire in Europe and worldwide. This was done in artistic constraint, since it is difficult, for example, to see the Italian peninsula s an arm. Italian peninsula is so known as a boot shape, that it is nicknamed 'the boot land'.

There are maps of Europe during war periods in which each state is drawn as a different character.  This was typical to the political and journalistic world of the 19th century.

There is a concept drawing of a dragon shaped as Europe, which was executed by the author of this article. The Baltic Sea figure is riding on the dragon turning back, in a pose which may be used as an allegory for the difficulties encountered in the EU.

Another anthropomorphic map of Europe by the writer of this article is a most comprehensive map of Europe and Mediterranean inspired by a human face in the form of a pumpkin.

Another original map by the author is that of the Balkan in the form of shepherd boy.

All of these maps create dialogue with the human figure of the Baltic Sea in different ways. The Baltic figure sometimes seems dominant and sometimes not against them.


See also: Human Face and Dragon shapes of Europe

Human face of the Balkan

The Balkan has a human face profile shape facing east

Balkan is the name of South East Europe.

This sub continent is pastoral with many mountains and valleys, bays and shores.
The people are colorful, and play heart penetrating Gypsy music.

Presently, the area includes the following countries:
North: Moldova, Romania,Hungary
Center: Bulgaria, Serbia, Bosnia, Croatia, Slovenia
South: Greece, Macedonia, Albania

Tendency to divisiveness and factionalism is typical to the Balkan from ancient history.
Continuous bloody wars between the Balkan states in early 20th century sparked the First World War.
Prolonged civil war in the late 20th century led to the division of Yugoslavia.

You can combine all parts of the Balkans together under one idea by sharing border lines of the countries, to create a distinct shape of a human face profile facing east.

Human profile of the Balkan resemble that of a shepherd boy, and immediately remind of the Balkan folklore and Balkan folk music.

Here are some characteristics of the 'Balkan Face':
Eastern Alps and the Carpathians are vertex.
Coastline of the Adriatic Sea is the rear head.
Coastline of the Black Sea is the forehead.
Danube River is the eye.
Istanbul peninsula is the the nose.
Coastline of the Aegean Sea is the mouth.
Thessaloniki peninsula is the tongue.
Peloponnese island is the chin.

The resemblance between Margaret Thatcher and Lady Diana

Two of the most famous British women in the last century, Margaret Thatcher and Lady Diana, had resemblance to each other in appearance, manner of thought and behavior, almost like mother and daughter.

they showed in their photos strong external resemblance in face, haircut, expression, body shape and clothing.

They were both beautiful women who dictated style to countless women.

They came from the conservative British society. In behavior they were both media queens, opinionated, broke conventions, inspiring and created controversy. They deeply influenced the public opinion and put a mark in historical memory.

Their character drew much inspiration from Queen Elizabeth 1st from the 16th century, in Shakespeare's days. During her long reign England become a dominant world empire.

Margaret Thatcher and Lady Diana were female figures larger than life, full of striving for self-realization and to go beyond the limits. to some extent they drifted in enthusiasm to the fast track, which became destructive for them. Shakespeare was not beside them.

Europe in the form of a dragon

Europe in the form of a dragon is another anthropomorphic idea for the complex shape and politics of the continent.

It is in a lesser degree of anthropomorphism then a human shape, but anything that the mind can imagine as more familiar to the human surrounding than simple nature can be valued.

Here are the beast's main organs:

The Iberian peninsula is the head.

the European plane all the way to the Urals is the body. 

The legs are the Italian and Greek peninsulas.

Scandinavia is the tail. 

The British Isles, which are not shown, can be the flame bursting from the back.

The idea for this shape is by Hagit Hai, Israel.

Pumpkin Face of Europe

Pumpkin face of Europe is a drawing of a face in a pumpkin shape of the Halloween style, in accordance with the complex map of the European continent.

There is a long tradition of political cartoons showing the geographic map in human appearance, to make a political statement of any kind.

European countries were the subject of this genre for many years, but it is quiet a new concept for the entire continent, and this original illustration was created following the establishment of the European Union.

The main characteristics of the pumpkin face can imply to the political characteristics of the European Union, and the state of neighboring countries that are not members of the EU.

Israel is not more than a toothpick for this emerging giant.

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I Am Fishhead - Are Corporate Leaders Psychopaths

I Am Fishhead - Are Corporate Leaders Psychopaths

http://www.fisheadmovie.com/

I Am Fishead: Are Corporate Leaders Psychopaths?It is a well-known fact that our society is structured like a pyramid. The very few people at the top create conditions for the majority below. Who are these people? Can we blame them for the problems our society faces today? Guided by the saying "A fish rots from the head" we set out to follow that fishy odor. What we found out is that people at the top are more likely to be psychopaths than the rest of us.

Who, or what, is a psychopath? Unlike Hollywood's stereotypical image, they are not always blood-thirsty monsters from slasher movies. Actually, that nice lady who chatted you up on the subway this morning could be one. So could your elementary school teacher, your grinning boss, or even your loving boyfriend.

The medical definition is simple: A psychopath is a person who lacks empathy and conscience, the quality which guides us when we choose between good and evil, moral or not. Most of us are conditioned to do good things. Psychopaths are not. Their impact on society is staggering, yet altogether psychopaths barely make up one percent of the population.

Through interviews with renowned psychologist Professor Philip Zimbardo, leading expert on psychopathy Professor Robert Hare, former President of Czech Republic and playwright Vaclav Havel, authors Gary Greenberg and Christopher Lane, professor Nicholas Christakis, among numerous other thinkers, we have delved into the world of psychopaths and heroes and revealed shocking implications for us and our society.

Human Shape of America

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Von Dutch volkswagen motorcycle

On "American Pickers" , Mike Wolfe was stoked to discover what he called "one of my holy grails" -- the Von Dutch XAVW motorcycle.

Created in 1966, the bike was a combination of Harley-Davidson XA frame and a Volkswagen engine, and its whereabouts were unknown for years. "Everyone in the freaking world wants to know where this bike is," said Mike.

Luckily for him the owner was willing to part with the bike so Mike bought himself a piece of history for $21,000.

Mike made a deal to lend the bike to the National Motorcycle Museum for display. The museum has lots of bikes and memorabilia on loan which keeps things there changing, always new.

You can head over to Anamosa, Iowa any day and sit down right beside the bike, study it and consider all the thought and the work Von Dutch put into it.

It appears he had to stretch the frame, make it wider to get the VW engine to drop in.
Amazingly a lot of other pieces lined up well as he mated the engine to the XA clutch and trans.
He even made the kickstarter work.
Forks are early 50′s Moto Guzzi and the seat may be as well.

Visually the components all fit together really well, even the form of the Guzzi fenders connects well with the mid-sixties Honda CB450 gas tank, especially with Von Dutch’s two tone paint and striping.
Even the VW badge fits well artistically.

Anyone who has done work like this knows the challenges. Looks easy, maybe, but this was a lot of work and the outcome must have made Von Dutch grin.

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Where the wild roses grow

Zimmer Panorama Haifa

Beautiful apartment for rent in Haifa's Carmel Center, between Crown Plaza and Dan Panorama luxury hotels. Spacious living area, 2 bedrooms, kitchen and dining area. Apartment has many amneties. Suitable for rent for short or long term, for individuals, couples and families.

Well-maintained  apartment, clean and quiet, with front and back gardens. Excellent central location in the hotels strip of Panorama Promenade. 100 square meters including panoramic balcony with a spectacular view of Haifa Bay.  First floor in a two floors building.

Near the International Religious Bahai Center.

Near Haifa Auditorium which host large cultural and social events.

Near Elisha hospital specialized in cosmetic surgery.

Near 6 hotels in the Hotels strip of Yefe-Nof St..

The luxury hotels have swimming pools, spas and gyms which are open to the public.

The apartment is located opposite the Crown Plaza hotel which offers luxurious health spa with heated swimming pool and underground parking lot for a reasonable fee.

Near large supermarkets, many restaurants, coffe shops and pubs of all kinds.

Free street parking.
Near public transportation rerminals including the Carmelit cable train which travel to downtown in 7 minutes.

Short walking distance to many other culture, sports, health and beauty, shopping and entertainment centers.
7 minutes by car to the beach.

The uniqueness of the apartment is its proximity to city center and nature alike.
Among the many recreational activities that can be done near the apartment are: Tours of many sites of Mount Carmel and northern Israel, swimming and sports in the longest Blue Flag beach of Israel, watching movies at the International Film Festival, visiting restaueants, coffee shops, pubs and much more.

The apartment’s operator is English-speaking and a tourist guide, with extensive knowledge of the area.

Reservations Phone: +972 505-440482

Prices

Zimmer Panorama is suitable for individuals, couples and families, for a shorter or long stay, every day of the year. Prices are flexible and are determined accordingly. You can pay by cash or PayPal.

Haifa
Haifa is a modern port city located in a beautiful natural bay, opposite the old port city of Akko, which together consist the Haifa-Akko metropolin. Most of haifa is located on green mount Carmel. Haifa offer breathtaking views, beautiful beaches and countless attractions. International airport connects to close destinations in Europe. cruise ships dock regulary in the port. Extansive railways net connect to all parts of Israel.

Carmel Center

Carmel Center is a newly renovated residential, cultural and tourism area.

The central location provide excellant public transportation to the city and region.

In Carmel Center there are a great zoo, an amphitheatre for outdoor concerts, Promenade with spectacular view of Haifa Bay and the world's heritage site of the Bahai gardens, plenty of coffee shops, restaurants and pubs, street musicians and much more.