Eshtaol Forest

#182 among destinations in Israel

Nature, Natural attraction, Forest

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Eshtaol Forest is a forest in Israel, located north of Beit Shemesh and near Ta'oz and Neve Shalom, south of the Tel Aviv-Jerusalem Highway. The Forest of the Martyrs lies to the east. The forest is a popular recreation area and is one of the largest forests in Israel. ()

Local name: יער אשתאול Coordinates: 31°47'60"N, 34°58'60"E

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Eshtaol Forest – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Avshalom Cave, Yad La-Shiryon, Mini Israel, Beit Jimal.

3.8 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Avshalom Cave, Beit Shemesh
97 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Judean Hills near the city of Beit Shemesh, Israel, lies the captivating Avshalom Cave, also known as Soreq Cave or Stalactites Cave. This subterranean wonder is renowned for its high concentration of stalactites, stalagmites, and other...
2.6 miN
Museum, Military museum, Historical place
Yad La-Shiryon
67 min walk • Yad La-Shiryon, located at Latrun in Israel, stands as a solemn testament to the history and evolution of armored corps in the Israeli Defense Forces. This museum, one of the most diverse tank museums in the world, harbors a significant collection of tanks and armored...
3 miN
Museum, Theme park, Amusement park
Mini Israel
78 min walk • Mini Israel, located near Latrun in Israel, is a miniature park that offers a unique experience, showcasing the diversity and history of the country in a small-scale format. Opened in November 2002, this museum features over 385 beautifully crafted replicas of Israel's...
5.2 miS
Monastery
Beit Jimal, Beit Shemesh
133 min walk • Nestled in the rolling hills near the city of Beit Shemesh, Israel, lies the serene and historical Beit Jimal Monastery. This Catholic monastery, steeped in quiet contemplation and rich tradition, is a hidden gem that offers visitors a glimpse into spiritual life...
2.7 miN
Archaeological site, Sacred and religious sites, Field
Emmaus Nicopolis
70 min walk • Emmaus Nicopolis, was the Roman name for one of the towns associated with the Emmaus of the New Testament, where Jesus is said to have appeared after his death and resurrection.
2.5 miN
Monastery
Latrun
63 min walk • Latrun is located at a strategic hilltop in the Latrun salient in the Ayalon Valley. It overlooks the road between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, 25 kilometers west of Jerusalem and 14 kilometers southeast of Ramla.
3.2 miS
Zoo, Specialty museum, Park
Biblical Museum of Natural History, Beit Shemesh
82 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Beit Shemesh, Israel, the Biblical Museum of Natural History brings to life the vibrant tapestry of creatures mentioned in the Scriptures. This unique institution is not merely a repository of artifacts but a dynamic and interactive space that...
2.8 miN
Park
Canada Park
72 min walk • Canada Park is a declared Israeli national park stretching over 7,000 dunams, and extending from No man's land into the West Bank.
1.8 miS
Archaeological site
Zorah, Beit Shemesh
45 min walk • Zorah or Tzorah, perhaps "place of wasps," was a biblical town in the lower hill country of Judah. The site lies at an elevation of about 1,150 feet above sea-level.
4.4 miW
City, Archaeological site
Timnah
112 min walk • Timnath or Timnah was a Philistine city in Canaan that is mentioned in the Hebrew Bible in Judges 14 and in connection with Samson.
4 miSE
Memorial
Scroll of Fire
103 min walk • Scroll of Fire is a monument found in the Jerusalem hills, on the western outskirts of Jerusalem, Israel, and it commemorates Jewish history from The Holocaust until the Independence of Israel from the British. The monument was inaugurated in 1971.