Which parts of Israel are included in the Mediterranean coastal plain?

The Mediterranean coastal plain is a narrow, approximately 115-mile-long strip of land bordering the Mediterranean Sea. It is characterized by a sandy shoreline and is home to major urban centers, including Tel Aviv and Haifa.1

A significant portion of this region is the Plain of Sharon, which is the most densely settled natural region in Israel. The Plain of Sharon extends roughly 55 miles from the beach at Mount Carmel south to the Yarqon River at Tel Aviv-Yafo. Some geographers consider the northernmost extension of the coastal plain—the area between the Tanninim River and Mount Carmel—to be distinct, referring to it as the Plain of 'Atlit or the Plain of Dor.2

Overall, the coastal plain is primarily covered by alluvial soils and serves as a vital area for both agriculture and urban development.13