International Sand Sculpture Festival

Photo Story: The International Sand Sculpture Festival in Ashkelon, Israel

Photos of some of the sand sculptures that have been prepared ahead of the International Sand Sculpture Festival in Ashkelon, Israel. The festival will run from August 18-23 Photos: EPA-EFE/ABIR…

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