Being the third largest city in Israel, Haifa is one of the most diverse and unique cities in Israel. Haifa as a city is a mosaic that has been defined by a variety of qualities that have been described through literature, particularly poetry, spanning from the early 20th century to the late 20th century. Haifa's proximity to the sea and its active port, one of the largest in the Mediterranean, contributes to its importance, attracting traders, shoppers and tourists from around the world. Haifa's port has played a major role in the city's demographic diversity. This diversity has led to a form of cultural diffusion within Haifa regarding both religions and customs, and it is for this reason that Haifa has long been considered the perfect model of coexistence between Jews, Muslims , Christians and Bahá'í believers. faith. The Bahá'í Faith in particular is a perfect example of cultural diffusion within Haifa, as the religion combines the different customs and beliefs of Judaism, Islam and Christianity. The Bahá'í Faith is a monotheistic religion based on both unity and harmony. Haifa, being the center of the Baha'i religion, is home to one of the most important shrines of this unique faith, the Baha'i Gardens. Mid-20th century poet Roger White gives a vivid description of the sanctuary and its surroundings in his poetic journal “Notes Postmarked: The Mountain of God.” Roger White's first poem in his journal, "Visiting the Shrine of the Bab", describes the exquisite beauty and detail of the shrine, "the rose attar becomes its oxygen... the petal-studded threshold... the room interior protected by a golden net". (Haifa: A Poetic Journey, White, p. 52) The description of the fragra...... middle of paper ...... death", underlines the feeling of despair that the Jews felt after having already made a new enemy after recently escaping a former. Jews captured by British soldiers and deported to Cyprus are described as being in an even greater state of despair: “For the Jews on this land… But in Cyprus, the red earth… he is no hope in all this world…we think but hope, in fear” (Haifa: A Poetic Journey, Jarrell, p. 17) The historical struggle that the Jews had to overcome to migrate to the city. of Haifa is one of the most important reasons why Haifa itself is considered by many to be one of the most important cornerstones in the creation of the State of Israel itself. compiled by Shunit Cohen in his book “Haifa: A Poetic Journey” helps illustrate the mosaic of Haifa that has gradually been created over time..