Mateh Yehuda Regional Council, Regional council in Jerusalem District, Israel
Mateh Yehuda Regional Council covers a territory with varied terrain, including agricultural lands, residential areas, and natural reserves across central Israel. The administrative area spans multiple settlements and serves as a coordination center for various local matters.
The council was established in 1964, and its name refers to the biblical territory allocated to the Tribe of Judah in ancient times. This naming connects the modern administrative structure with the historical roots of the region.
The region contains multiple settlements representing different communities, ranging from religious to secular Jewish populations, alongside two Arab villages within its territory.
The region is well connected by roads linking the various settlements, making it easy to explore different areas. Visitors should plan to visit multiple locations to fully experience the diversity of the territory.
Within the territory lies Neve Shalom, a cooperative village where Jewish and Arab citizens of Israel maintain an integrated community. The village demonstrates how different populations can live together in the region.
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