Meron

Israel
Meron, Israel
Photo: Sources for historical series of maps as follows: PEF Survey of Palestine Survey of Palestine Overlay from Palestine Open Maps OpenStreetMap Public domain source

Meron, a tiny village in the mountains of northern Israel near Safed, stands on the site of ancient Meiron, where excavations have uncovered remains from the Hellenistic and Early Roman periods, including a 3rd-century synagogue. The site has drawn Jewish pilgrims since at least the 13th century CE, reflecting its long history as a religious centre. The wider region is ringed by UNESCO World Heritage sites.

  • Population985
  • Nearest water from center0.5 km
  • Nearest mountain from center0.9 km
  • UNESCO within 50 km15

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