There’s something ethereal about snow. It shows its white face in Israel once a year, on high ground, usually deep in the winter.
By ITSIK MAROMSnow kid antelope gallery(photo credit: Itsik Marom)
There’s something ethereal about snow. It shows its white face in Israel once a year, on high ground, usually deep in the winter. Look for snow in places from 700 meters up – which includes Jerusalem, Safed and Mitzpe Ramon – to 1,000-2,000 meters in the Golan Heights and Mount Hermon.The colors of Israel are mostly brown, with spots of green.During the spring, a few additional colors present themselves briefly. And once the snow falls and accumulates on any given area, the view becomes a spectacular “negative” of the day before. Familiar surroundings become fresh and exciting.You want to rush outside to touch and explore and breathe in this fresh, pure environment. Everything looks new and cheerful.The sight of snow – this brief, rare happening – can cause older people to feel like children again, while real children enjoy the nonstop celebration. Suddenly people smile and are friendly. Snowmen pop up everywhere, and even seem to be watching us enjoying the scene.Snow in Israel is a reason for a party to which everyone is invited. But don’t be late – because you can be sure the party will soon be over. Soon the white stuff will melt and be gone.Sometimes miracles can happen, and we get a second snow in the season. Sixty years ago, it even snowed in Tel Aviv. More of Itsik Marom’s work can be seen at www.imnaturephoto.com
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