I was born and raised in Gaza. For me, the sea is important because it is the only place where I can feel free and have fun. Like every other person living here, I cannot get enough of it. Generations have passed on their love of the coast, which has shaped the nautical character of the city and its people.
Gaza’s land borders, which include many green and open areas, are enforced by the Israeli military as ‘no-go’ zones and remain very dangerous and inaccessible for Palestinians. As the Gaza Strip has few open areas where people can relax, they are constantly looking for a place where they can feel independent and happy. The shore is this special place. So imagine this city without a sea!
