Amikam

Amikam is a moshav in Alona Regional Council situated on rolling hills near Zichron Ya'akov and surrounded by fruit orchards and agricultural fields. The settlement sits at an elevation of about 80 meters and occupies land that allows for year-round farming activities.

The settlement was founded in 1950 by Jewish refugees from Harbin, Manchuria, and Shanghai fleeing the Chinese Civil War. They settled on former lands of the Sabbarin village and established an agricultural community.

The residents grow fruit varieties that are uncommon in this region, including peaches, plums, and nectarines, through shared farmland management. This farming approach shapes the appearance of the settlement and shows how the community focused on specialized agriculture.

The settlement can be accessed via Route 4 toward Binyamina and then Route 653 heading toward Givat Ada, with parking available at the moshav entrance. Visitors should come during daytime hours when the fields are actively managed and the community is most visible.

A rare peach variety once grown here holds archaeological significance, as pits from this fruit were discovered during excavations at the ancient fortress of Masada. This unexpectedly connects the village's farming history with the region's ancient past.

Location: Alona Regional Council

Inception: 1950

Elevation above the sea: 82 m

GPS coordinates: 32.56361,35.02083

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:56