Acre or Akko, is a city in the Western Galilee area of northern Israel. It is situated on a low promontory at the northern extremity of Haifa Bay. . From ancient times, Acre was regarded as the key to the Levant because of its strategic coastal location. Infolive.tv brings you a glimpse of modern day Acre. The citys fascinating historical heritage, a rare blend of East and West, authentic sights from the past, a unique meeting place of art and religion alongside the remains of various cultures all these have made Acre one of the most important cities of the ancient world. 09/28/08