Simply walking on the white gravel footpath crossing the Bahai gardens in Acre is meditative in itself. Stenciled pathways, nurtured and neatly groomed shrubs, a fountain and stone structures designed in clean lines. Footsteps. The world’s most sacred pilgrimage site for members of the Baha’i faith. Indeed a surprise.
At the entrance to the garden, a number of boards providing an explanation in several languages await the visitors. The garden’s security personnel greet visitors with intelligent appeal and answer any questions they may have. It is evident that they were handpicked and that they feel a part of the place. Delightful. Ask them for information pages that will accompany you to the end of the visit.