LOCATION
Yad Hashmona” means Memorial to the Eight. Sometimes it is written as Yad Ha8. The name was given by the founding settlers in memory of eight Jewish refugees, who escaped in 1938 from Austria to Finland, and who were surrendered by the Finns to the Gestapo in November 1942. It was a time when the Finnish government collaborated with Nazi Germany in opposition to the Soviet Union, in an attempt to recover the Karelia region - which Stalin had ‘stolen’ from the Finns in the “Winter War” of 1939/40.
ACCOMODATION
The Guesthouse at Yad Hashmona provides its visitors with a unique experience that appeals to all senses: Lush and virgin views on all sides, away from the crowded and bustling cities, a breath of mountainous fresh air, and a feast of tastes and flavors by chef Ami Giz at the guesthouse’s restaurant.
Our guestrooms are made of imported Finnish timber, and are a fine demonstration of Finnish craftsmanship. The rooms are fully furnished and include a TV set, air-conditioning and a private balcony overlooking magnificent views. A visit to our guesthouse is a truly unforgettable experience. All this, within a driving distance of about 40 minutes from Tel-Aviv, and 10 minutes from Jerusalem.
FACILITIES
This unique Biblical Village was inaugurated in the year 2000 and was established with the assistance of the Swiss Beth Shalom society and the Israeli Antiquities Authority.
Fig, pomegranate, almond, date-palm, olive and other trees, as well as grape vines are planted all around the compound, bringing to mind the parables and symbols of the Old and New Testaments. In the northern part of the village, a reconstructed marketplace displays ancient craftsmanship, such as clay manufacturing, minting of coins, and pottery, copper, glass, wood and stone work.
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