Kinneret

Rare gemstone discovered by 12-year-old boy during archaeological dig in ancient Jewish village

Dig director Dr. Achia Kohn-Tavorn from Ariel University identified the stone as a Nicolo, a type of agate stone often used in jewelry and signet rings by the Romans as a symbol of wealth.

Twelve-year-old Alon Horwitz who discovered an ancient gemstone at Korazim National Park in the Galilee, June 1, 2026.
Gofra Beach’s mineral-rich sulfur spring reopened in mid-May after being revealed by the lowering of the Sea of ​​Galilee’s water line.

Gofra Beach's mineral-rich sulfur springs reopen after six years

Mitzpe Hashalom: Twilight settles over the entire expanse of the Kinneret as seen from the wooden cabins of Mitzpe Hashalom, where the cliffside horizon softens into a panoramic evening glow.

Shavuot in the southern Golan: Springs, wineries, and ancient Jewish heritage

A new resort under construction

Three projects, one vision


Rehabilitation is not enough: Why Israel must invest in rebuilding the North – opinion

The future of Israel’s North depends on national partnership and innovation.

 RESIDENTS OF the North had to travel to the center of the country for essential rehabilitation services until the Helmsley Rehabilitation Center was recently opened at the Tzafon Medical Center (Poriya), the writer notes.

Transformation: The legendary beach has been renovated for millions. This is what it looks like now

Ahead of Independence Day, and with the completion of development works at a total investment of millions of shekels, the eastern area of the legendary Kinneret Beach has been opened.


The revolution at the shores: What you need to know for the upcoming Kinneret swimming season

The Kinneret Regional Council beaches open ahead of other Israeli beaches. Millions are expected during Passover and the season, with important updates on changes at the beaches.

 Hukok North Beach

Opening just in time for Passover: From NIS 650 per night at the new lodging by the Kinneret

Beit Rishonim, one of the most historically significant buildings in Kibbutz Deganya Bet, has undergone extensive renovations and is now a family-friendly lodging site. Here’s what it has to offer.

 Beit Rishonim in Deganya Bet

First permit granted: Ambitious project on Kinneret shores begins

Av-Gad Ltd. received the first permit for Phase A of a NIS 4 billion project, including an open-air theater, two hotels, commercial areas, and future residential units.

 The "Kinneret City" project in Tiberias, Av-Gad Ltd

Driest winter on record: Lake Kinneret sees rare February drop in water level

“Right now, this year is shaping up to be particularly dry. There hasn't been a year this severe since measurements began,” Dr. Eyal Zigel said.

 The Ginosar shore.

Gomeh hotel to host kosher Passover retreat on the shores of the Kinneret

Led by Keter Travel, the holiday program offers a full-service Pesach experience with strict Kashrut supervision.

Gomeh Hotel: Creating a warm and homey expirience.

See the beauty of the Ginosar shore, on the western Sea of Galilee

On the west coast of the Sea of Galilee, or Kinneret, the large body of water provides its magic too.

 The Ginosar shore.

Current winter is one of the most arid in recent years, data shows

In the South, only 30% of the regular average was recorded so far this period.

 An illustrative image of rainfall as seen from the window of a vehicle.

Between past, present, and future: The unique hotel reopens its doors

The David’s Harp Galilee Resort, designed and planned by Michael Azulay, is a unique and inspiring complex rooted in the land, resembling the harp of King David.

 David’s Harp Galilee Resort