Fauzi Azar Inn Located in Nazareth, Israel

Fauzi Azar Inn located in Nazareth, Israel (200 year old Arab mansion turned guesthouse)

The Fauzi Azar Inn is a guesthouse located in the old city of Nazareth, Israel. It is well known for its historical significance. Its location sits on the popular path of the Jesus Trail as well as other tourist sites in Nazareth. In recent years, the Fauzi Azar Inn has played a role in working with the community of Nazareth through various projects.

The Fauzi Azar Inn was once the home of the Azars, a wealthy family residing in the city of Nazareth. It was built in 1830 by Habib Azar, while the Inn itself was named after one of his great-grandsons, Fauzi. The family remained in the area until the outset of the 1948 Arab--Israeli War, when they relocated to Syria.
The house was converted into a guesthouse in May 2005 by international traveler and entrepreneur Maoz Inon, having decided to build a hostel in the city of Nazareth to serve as a way-point for hikers, travelers, and tourists.

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