By Deena Levenstein
One of Jerusalem’s hidden treasures is a 1:500 scaled, extremely realistic model of modern Jerusalem. Created with basic materials such as cardboard, paint and glue, and extreme preciseness, it truly feels like you’re getting a bird’s eye view of this spectacular city.
The model represents approximately 6 square kilometers of space, 15% of the city, from the city center, across downtown Jerusalem, through Meah Shearim, Rechavia and other neighborhoods in west Jerusalem, through the Old City and into parts of east Jerusalem.
![model of modern jerusalem by deena levenstein (4)](http://touringisrael.wpenginepowered.com/old_site/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/model-of-modern-jerusalem-by-deena-levenstein-4-1024x576.jpg)
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![To the left is Mount Zion, as beautiful from above as from below.](http://touringisrael.wpenginepowered.com/old_site/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/model-of-modern-jerusalem-by-deena-levenstein-7-1024x576.jpg)
![The trees are added based on Google Street View.](http://touringisrael.wpenginepowered.com/old_site/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/model-of-modern-jerusalem-by-deena-levenstein-2-1024x576.jpg)
![Emek Refaim in the German Colony](http://touringisrael.wpenginepowered.com/old_site/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/model-of-modern-jerusalem-by-deena-levenstein-1-576x1024.jpg)
The model is being worked on on a regular basis and it is used as a tool by city developers and architects.
It is located in Safra Square, the Jerusalem municipality. Go in Building 1 and down to floor 0. Buzz to get into the room and walk around freely or ask someone to show you around.
It is best to call in advance: 02-629-7315.
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