Type: Hike
Region: Jerusalem
Level: Moderate
Duration: 6h
Circling the Aminadav ridge, at the eastern outskirts of Jerusalem, along a beautiful route which passes by a series of natural springs, with small ponds, which have been used for agriculture since ancient times (some suitable for bathing). The path runs through a forest, partly natural and partly planted, and overlooks the valley of the Soreq stream, one of the longest streams in Israel.
Optional: The kennedy memorial.
The second part of the route runs above the Refaiāim stream and overlooks the historical railway from Jaffa to Tel Aviv, still in use today.
The route ends at the Jerusalem Biblical Zoo, famous for its collection of wildlife featured in the Bible, as well as its success in breeding endangered species.
A part of the Jerusalem pilgrimage tour.
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