Kiryat Arba, Local council near Hebron, Israel
Description
Kiryat Arba is an Israeli settlement located in the southern Judean Hills of the West Bank, built across rolling hillside terrain. The town contains schools, a hospital, shops, and various services needed for daily life.
History
The settlement was founded in 1972 shortly after the 1967 conflict, and took its name from a biblical reference to Hebron. This founding date marks the beginning of development in this part of the West Bank.
Culture
The settlement maintains educational institutions including the Ulpana girls school and Nir Hesder Yeshiva, which provide religious instruction to regional students.
Practical
The town is accessible by established road connections and offers medical facilities for emergencies and routine care. Visitors should be prepared for the elevated terrain and hilly landscape.
Did you know?
The settlement's position near Hebron places it at the intersection of major historical sites and modern administrative centers in the southern West Bank.
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