Haifa is the third largest city in Israel. It has a population of 250,000.
Haifa is the world headquarters for the Baha'i faith. The golden-domed Shrine of the Bab is one of the city's landmarks. The shrine, along with the fabulous gardens at the center, make the center a popular tourist attraction.
The Shrine of the Bab stands on the summit of Mount Carmel and overlooks the port of Haifa. The port is the second largest and busiest port in Israel.
