Tens of Thousands Flock to Benjamin Region for Holiday Tourism

Tens of thousands of Israelis visited tourist sites, trails, and springs across the Benjamin region in just two days during the intermediate days of the Passover holiday. Many locations reported full capacity, with the Benjamin Regional Council's tourism association preparing for continued activities throughout the remaining days of the holiday.

Shiloh, an ancient biblical site, attracted thousands of visitors, with families continuing to arrive. Guided tours throughout the region also reached full capacity, including newly opened tours to biblical Gibeon. The tourism surge highlights a significant increase in visitors to the area.

Activities offered include tours of farms, springs, mountain peaks, and heritage sites, allowing visitors to explore the region's landscape and history. Specific tours scheduled for the coming days include routes in the Samaria Valley, following biblical narratives, exploring Nachal Mchoch, and visiting local farms and settlements. Other routes will cover areas near Route 443, Wadi Zarqa, and Mount Baal Hazor.

Shiloh continues to be a major attraction, featuring exhibits on the Tabernacle, workshops, and family-friendly activities. Tours to the ancient water system, including access to biblical Gibeon via shuttle from Givat Ze'ev, are also available by prior arrangement.

Despite many popular activities being fully booked, a variety of options remain for families and hikers, including jeep tours, farm visits, and flashlight tours. Israel Gantz, head of the Benjamin Regional Council, described the tourism as an "unprecedented bloom," noting that tens of thousands of Israelis are actively exploring the region's biblical sites, landscapes, and settlements, calling it "exciting to see Benjamin bustling with tourists."