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Kfar Masaryk Named World's Best Tourism Village for 2026 by UN

Kfar Masaryk, a kibbutz in Israel's Western Galilee, will be officially named one of the world's best tourism villages for 2026 by the UN. The award recognizes its authentic rural character, rich history, and sustainable tourism development.

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  1. 01Kfar Masaryk will receive the UN's Best Tourism Village award for 2026 next month.
  2. 02The kibbutz was founded in 1938 and combines industrial history with agriculture and tourism.
  3. 03It offers heritage tours, workshops, and communal experiences to visitors.
  4. 04Kfar Masaryk is Israel's only finalist this year, following previous Israeli winners.
  5. 05The kibbutz is expanding accommodations and partnering with tourism networks.
  6. 06The award promotes sustainable rural tourism and cultural preservation globally.

The kibbutz offers heritage tours, cultural activities, and nature experiences, with the official announcement expected in late September.

Translated and summarized by baba from N12, the latest report. Read N12’s original

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