📜 Earthen residence built into cliffs overlooking the Mediterranean near the Sidna Ali Mosque in Herzliya, Israel. 🔍 Constructed by Nissim “the Caveman” Kachlon since 1973, featuring dozens of chambers carved into sandstone and an exterior made from recycled materials. # Why Go 🗿 Unique outsider architecture built by hand 🌊 Scenic views of the Israeli beach 🚶 Part of the Israel National Trail 🎨 Elaborate tile mosaics from recycled materials 🚶 Explore a unique home carved into a cliffside # Why Avoid ⚠️ Risk of landslides and encountering nudists further north on the beach 🌊 Exterior previously destroyed by sea erosion and located in an erosion-prone area, subject to sea damage. 🏛️ Built without local council permission, leading to ongoing legal battles with local authorities. # 💡 Tips Access by descending to the beach from Yigal Yadin Street in Nof Yam and walking along the sand. Tours are occasionally given upon request by the owner.