Kinneret

Secrets of Huqoq: New Galilee exhibit premieres mosaics, coins found at ancient Jewish settlement

The ruins of the ancient settlement of Huqoq, which reached its peak during the Roman-Byzantine period, sits in the heart of the Amiad Forest in an open space near a spring of the same name.

Samson carrying the gates of Gaza on his shoulders, the original mosaic from Huqoq is on display in the exhibition at the Yigal Allon Center, July 9, 2026.
Amnon Bay Beach on the Sea of Galilee.

Returning this summer: Free shuttle service to transport visitors around the Sea of Galilee

Twelve-year-old Alon Horwitz who discovered an ancient gemstone at Korazim National Park in the Galilee, June 1, 2026.

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

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


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

Under rocket fire: The work on a promenade along the Jordan River is complete

An eastern Jordan Canal promenade path was recently paved in the Kinneret Drainage and Streams Authority's NIS 100 million project to restore and develop 12 kilometers along the Jordan River.

 The Jordan River near the Geshar HaHamisha in the Hula Valley, after rainy days. January 14, 2023.

10-year-old in critical condition due to brain-eating amoeba from water park

The ministry ordered the immediate closure of Hamat Gader park and called on all bathers who feel unwell to immediately go to the emergency room.

 Naegleria fowleri, also known as the "brain-eating" amoeba

Forget everything about Kinneret: Experience Bora Bora beach

Escape routine to Bora Bora beach on the Sea of Galilee for a day of relaxation and family fun. An oasis of calm and magic awaits you.


Kinneret beaches to open Tuesday with notably high water level

A full Kinneret is preferable to a dry Kinneret— when the water reaches the lower ‘red line,’ at -213m.

 The Kinneret

The level is rising: this is the new hotel that will open in Kinneret

"Nevel David" chain to open "Naval David Galil Resort" in April with NIS 300 million investment, featuring 276 rooms, 18 suites, spa, pool overlooking Sea of Galilee.

 Nevel David Galil Resort

Three men rescued from Kinneret by helicopter - video

Three men who were stranded on a jet ski in the Kinneret for several hours were rescued by a helicopter thanks to a joint effort of Israel Police and Magen David Adom.

 A helicopter hovers over the sea at night (Illustrative).

The Kinneret’s Magdala – a unique hotel experience

Privately owned, this hotel was first designed mostly to host Christian pilgrims, but when it was reopened after the COVID-19 closures.

 THERE ARE many good reasons to stay at Magdala, including the archaeological park, weekend concerts, and the hotel’s proximity to the beaches of Lake Kinneret.

Massive amounts of waste pulled from streams in Golan cleanup project

"The beauty of nature should be preserved, so we can enjoy a clean and well-kept environment, and protect the the delicacy between man and nature," the Kinneret Drainage and Streams Authority said.

Clean up efforts of dried riverbeds in the Golan resulted in more than 100 tons of trash collection.