Ginosar
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| Ginosar | |
|---|---|
| Founded | 25 February 1937 |
| Founded by | Young socialists |
| Region | Jordan Valley |
| Council | Emek HaYarden |
| Industries | Agriculture, tourism |
| Affiliation | Kibbutz Movement |
| Website | www.ginosar.org.il |
Ginosar (Hebrew: גינוסר) is a kibbutz on the western banks of the Sea of Galilee in Israel. Located north of Tiberias on Highway 90, it falls under the jurisdiction of Emek HaYarden Regional Council. In 2006 it had a population of 472.
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[edit] History
Ginosar was founded on 25 February 1937 by a group of young socialists as part of the tower and stockade settlement programme. It became the base of Yigal Allon, commander of the "Syrian Department" of the Palmach, and was closely aligned with the Mapai party.[1]
[edit] Economy
Ginosar was originally an agricultural community, now its primary source of income is from tourism. During a severe drought in 1986 the level of lake dropped to reveal the frame of a fishing boat that has since been carbon dated to 100BCE to 70CE and is now known as the Sea of Galilee Boat. Using innovative techniques the boat frame was rescued, the boat was placed in a special tank and is displayed in the Beit Yigal Allon Museum.[2]
[edit] References
- ^ Heaven on Earth: the Rise and Fall of Socialism
- ^ Israel Handbook: With the Palestinian Authority Areas By Dave Winter
