Tel Hai Roaring Lion Monument

The Tel Hai Roaring Lion Monument is a stone sculpture at the Tel Hai Cemetery featuring a lion with its head raised, facing east. The figure rests on a substantial base and displays an inscribed tablet with names and a memorial inscription.

The monument was created in 1934 by Abraham Melnikoff to commemorate eight defenders who died at Tel Hai on March 1, 1920. It was among the earliest memorial structures built during that period in the region.

The monument serves as a gathering place where people honor pioneers who defended early communities in northern Israel. It remains a symbol of sacrifice that connects visitors to the region's settlement history.

The site is located within a cemetery and is accessible during daylight hours; visitors should approach with respect. The quiet setting allows for focused viewing of the monument and its surroundings.

The lion sculpture draws from ancient Assyrian reliefs, creating an artistic connection between past and present. This design choice makes it a noteworthy example of early monument design from the pre-state era.

Location: Kfar Giladi- Tel-Hai Cemetery

Inception: 1934

Creator: Abraham Melnikoff

GPS coordinates: 33.23861,35.57667

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:47