Yad HaShmona

Yad HaShmona Guest House

Yad HaShmona is both a kibbutz and a guest houses located. The Finnish pioneers believed in the Bible and along with several Israeli Jews who share the Christian belief in the New Testament, created the finnish log-house guest cabins that enjoy spectacular views from terraces overlooking the Judean hills and the coastal plain. The property offers a unique Biblical garden that includes an ancient winepress, olive oil manufacturing plant, threshing floor, a Galilean type synagague and a shepherds tent that is ideally suited for study groups and/or special events. Yad Hashmona offers a truly relaxing atmosphere that is perfect for groups and individuals seeking solace after a day's activities and is uniquely situated for touring in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv and the surrounding areas.

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Background

The community was founded in 1971 as a gesture of solidarity between Israel and Finland. It is named after eight Jewish refugees who escaped to Finland in 1938 but were handed back to the Germans by the Finnish government, who at the time collaborated with the Nazi regime. Seven of the refugees died in Auschwitz.

Location

Yad HaShmona is located in the Jerusalem foothills approximately 16 km west of the city and 40 minutes from Tel Aviv. The property can be reached by public transportation we recommend that access by private vehicle or tour bus.

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