Founded in 1921 by Greek-Jewish immigrant David Florentine, the city for decades suffered from dereliction and neglect.
But over the past few years, a wave of new investments and gentrification has transformed the neighborhood into a refuge for musicians, artists and creatives alike.
Below you'll find great interactives to get to know this unique and vibrant neighborhood.QUIZ: Are you a Florentine expert? Click to Flip: What's hiding within the streets of these Israeli cities? TRIVIA: The who's who of Israeli street artists.