Led by the best tour guide- Baruch- a Breslov typical "Tzfater", we enjoyed a fun day in the sun. First we strolled down the windy streets, viewing (and buying) the gorgeous art. Baruch provided us with a background of Tzfat; The Ari and the kabalistic mysteries. After, we were led to the art gallery of Sheva Chaya. We watched in awe as she blew glass and created a beautiful pendant. In addition, we got to view her magnificent paintings. Next we stepped into a world of wax; the candle factory. Here we got a nice display of carefully crafted wax creations. Whoever wanted was able to go daven at the many holy kevarim in Tzfat. Shabbos began with Kabbalos Shabbos at the Breslov shul. We were all entertained and uplifted watching the chassidim dance and sing before davening. After, we all enjoyed a scrumptious meal back at our dorm. Already late by then, many of us set out for a twilight Shabbos walk. Shabbos day: the meal was yummy- as usual. Following the meal was a time to chill; some had Shabbos party while others walked around Tzfat again and few actually slept! Before mincha we were very lucky to hear from a Chozer B’tshuva who lives in Tzfat right across from our apartments. His story was interesting and inspiring. We heard a very melodious Havdalah courtesy of the Beirav or “Carlebach shul." Now came the fun, we were all kept moving due to circle dancing with all of the women in shul. Walking back to our dorms music was heard wafting from street windows, so we decided to follow it. We were led to a party and had loads of fun dancing again. Everyone changed and glow bracelets were handed out for our hike up to the Metzudah. We sure learnt a ton of Israels history from the one and only Dovid Teitelbaum. For Melaveh Malka we all filled up on pizza. Ready for a fun week ahead.
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