The access to the panoramic point of the Hozeva Monastery was reopened after three years: How can pilgrims get theretranslated

Access to the panoramic point of the Hozeva Monastery, near Jericho, has been reopened after approximately three years of restrictions.

The Ministry of Tourism in Israel has announced the development of a new road route to the viewpoint over the Hozeva Monastery, located in the Judean desert.

According to The Jerusalem Post, road access to the area had been restricted after the events of October 7, 2023, and visitors were experiencing difficulties due to barriers and security gates installed along the route.

The new access road was arranged through the collaboration of the Ministry of Tourism with the authorities of Mitzpe Yeriho, a locality located near the monastic settlement. This solution allows access to the panoramic point without crossing residential neighborhoods.

How pilgrims can reach the panoramic point The Israeli Ministry of Tourism has also issued instructions to guide and bus drivers carrying groups of visitors.

Upon entering Mitzpe Yeriho, they must stop at the guard post located on the right side of the road. The guide or driver presents an identity card, which…