Ness Ziona

Ness Ziona is a city in the Rehovot sub-district located between two larger settlements, defined by a skyline of low-rise residential buildings. The urban structure follows a scattered pattern with predominantly smaller houses and buildings that characterize the residential area.

The settlement was established in 1883 when a local land purchaser acquired property from a German settler and founded the first Jewish community in the region. This early establishment made it one of the oldest organized Jewish settlement projects in the area.

The name references the Book of Jeremiah and carries meaning as a sign of hope, first marked symbolically in 1891 when a flag was raised to commemorate the settlement's founding. Visitors can sense this symbolic heritage woven into the city's identity today.

The city connects through two main roads to major transportation routes and is served by several regional bus lines that travelers can easily reach. Access to the city is available from multiple directions, making trips to nearby areas straightforward.

The city is home to a major research facility specialized in biological sciences that has operated in this area for decades. This institution has shaped the city's development and attracts professionals from various scientific fields.

Location: Rehovot sub-district

Inception: 1882

Elevation above the sea: 34 m

Shares border with: Rehovot, Rishon LeZion, Be'er Ya'akov, Beit Hanan

Website: https://nzc.org.il

GPS coordinates: 31.93333,34.80000

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:01