Jaffa Post Office Building, מבנה בעל חשיבות אדריכלית שנבנה בתקופת המנדט הבריטי בתכנונו של האדריכל אוסטן סיינט בארב הריסון
The Jaffa Post Office Building is a post office and heritage site in Tel Aviv designed in 1931 by architect Austen Harrison, located near the old port of Jaffa on Jerusalem Boulevard. The four-story structure features a mix of styles with large curved windows at ground level, smaller rectangular windows above, and a facade of local cement and limestone materials.
The building was constructed in 1931 during the period of British control over the region, serving as a communication hub for the Jaffa population and surrounding areas. Later recognized and protected as a heritage site, it remains a testament to the colonial-era architecture that predates 1948.
The building was known as Beit HaDuar HaMerkazi in Hebrew, meaning 'The Central Post Office,' reflecting its role as a vital communication hub for the Jaffa community. For generations, locals passed through its doors to exchange letters and parcels with loved ones and business partners.
The building is located in a historic area of Jaffa that is easily walkable and near other local points of interest along the neighborhood streets. Note that the structure currently allows for external viewing, but you should check current access conditions beforehand if you wish to explore more thoroughly.
Architect Austen Harrison blended European styles with local details and went on to design other notable buildings throughout the region. The building's interior was originally appointed with marble floors, wooden doors, and iron bars crafted by local artisans, many of which have been lost or damaged over time.
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