Tel Aviv – Eighth Candle Of World’s Largest Menorah Lit In Tel Aviv

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    The lights are turned on for a giant menorah at the Reading Power Station in Tel Aviv, on the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah December 4, 2013. Israel's electric company said on Wednesday it had created the world's largest menorah consisting of nine aerial platforms reaching 28 meters and lit with nine white light beams reaching the height of ten kilometers. Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights and one of the most important Jewish holidays came to an end on Wednesday. REUTERS/Nir EliasTel Aviv – The eighth candle of the world’s largest menorah was lit on Wednesday.

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    Israel Hayom (http://bit.ly/1iDGtBi) reports that the menorah, created by Israeli Electric Corporation was visible throughout Tel Aviv. The largest candle reached 28 meters (92 feet) and the other candles reached 22 meters (72 feet).

    The giant candles were propped on cranes and large trucks. The lights were also fitted with a variety of changing colors.

    Energy and Water Resources Minister Silvan Shalom was present for the lighting.

    The lights are turned on for a giant menorah at the Reading Power Station in Tel Aviv, on the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah December 4, 2013. Israel's electric company said on Wednesday it had created the world's largest menorah consisting of nine aerial platforms reaching 28 meters and lit with nine white light beams reaching the height of ten kilometers. Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights and one of the most important Jewish holidays came to an end on Wednesday. REUTERS/Nir Elias


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    10 years ago

    Seems very industrial.

    stamm
    stamm
    10 years ago

    now, that is what i call pirsuma d’nisa! kol hakovod

    10 years ago

    i Was there was nice also the namal itself had a huge menora