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


Look out: Israelis warned of eye-attacking parasites at Kinneret

In recent days, three people who swam at the Kinneret experienced severe inflammation and scarring of the cornea.

 A VIEW of the Kinneret with the Hermon in the background. The view that inspired Rachel the Poetess, among others.

Large fire breaks out in Israel's north, traffic blocked

Fires have broken out across seven different locations in Israel's north.

 Fire at the former Israel Military Industries factory near Herzliya. July 28, 2023

Syrian missile piece pulled out of Kinneret by Israeli fishermen

The rocket engine was likely part of an anti-aircraft missile that was shot at an Israeli plane in the Yom Kippur War or the Six Day War.

 The Kinneret

Israel Police rescue 11 after boat capsized in Lake Kinneret

The civilians include a two-year-old toddler, children between the ages 4-5 and a woman currently in her late pregnancy stage.

THE KINNERET, Israel’s sole natural drinking water source

Israel Police arrest 14 in northern Bedouin town in attempts to thwart Arab crime

The operation was carried out at the end of a covert investigation, to find perpetrators of arson and protection rackets in the greater Lake Kinneret region.

 Police operation in Tuba-Zanghariya and surrounding towns to combat offenses related to protection rackets and arson.

Agamon Hefer - Israel's forgotten lake

Many have heard of Agamon HaHula, but there is another lake in the Sharon region just south of Kibbutz Ein Hahoresh.

 Agamon Hefer.

Indian swimmer ties world record as fastest male swimmer in Kinneret

The Kinneret, situated approximately 214 meters below sea level, is known to be the second lowest water body in the world.

The sun sets over the sea of Galilee

NIS 2 million allotted to Kinneret beach restoration

A major storm in May 2022 damaged a considerable amount of the Kinneret's western beachfront.

View of Lake Kinneret (the Sea of Galilee), northern Israel

Tour Israel: The many things to do in the Kinneret

The tourism industry has gone to great efforts to adapt itself to modern trends; moreover, Israeli tourists have gotten much more selective over the years.

 The Kinneret

Students discover Roman coin, basalt relief on Golan field trip

While on a field trip in the Golan Heights, students at Kinneret College first found a Roman coin and then discovered a basalt lion relief at another site.

 The lioness of Ein Nashut.