Afula

Afula is an urban center in the Jezreel Valley in northern Israel, positioned where major routes intersect. The city functions as a junction linking Nazareth, Haifa, Tiberias, and Beth-Shean for travelers and commerce.

The American Zion Commonwealth founded this city in 1925 as a planned urban center for Jewish settlements in the Jezreel Valley. This establishment was part of early efforts to develop the region.

The city brings together communities with roots from Iraq, Yemen, Romania, Ethiopia, and the former Soviet Union, creating a diverse social fabric. This mix shapes the local shops, restaurants, and daily interactions throughout the neighborhoods.

The city is easily accessible due to its location on main routes connecting regional centers. The best time to visit is during milder seasons when the streets are comfortable to explore.

Archaeological digs at Tell Afula reveal settlement remains spanning from the Chalcolithic period to the Ayyubid era. These findings show that people have lived in this location across thousands of years.

Location: Jezreel Subdistrict

Inception: 1925

Elevation above the sea: 60 m

Website: http://afula.muni.il

GPS coordinates: 32.60756,35.28909

Latest update: December 17, 2025 08:55