Ben Gurion Standing on His Head – Frishman Beach, Tel Aviv
A playful photograph of the famous Ben Gurion standing-on-his-head sculpture at Frishman Beach in Tel Aviv, captured by Ido Biran in 2025. The sculpture celebrates David Ben-Gurion, Israel's first Prime Minister, who famously practiced yoga and was photographed performing a headstand on the beach in his later years. With the Mediterranean Sea and beachgoers in the background, the photograph captures one of Tel Aviv's more unusual landmarks and the city's distinctive combination of history, humor, and beach culture. A fun and conversation-starting Tel Aviv photography print for anyone who loves the city, Israeli history, or its quirky local landmarks.
Who was David Ben-Gurion? David Ben-Gurion (1886–1973) was Israel's first Prime Minister and one of the central figures in the establishment of the State of Israel. He was also famously photographed practicing yoga and performing headstands on the beach in his later years. The sculpture at Frishman Beach pays tribute to this lesser-known and more playful side of his personality.
# T I T L E : BEN GURION STANDING ON HIS HEAD | #LOCATION: FRISHMAN BEACH TEL AVIV
#TIME: PHOTOGRAPHED IN 2025
