Maslul, Agricultural settlement in Merhavim Regional Council, Israel
Maslul is an agricultural moshav in the northwestern Negev desert within Merhavim Regional Council. The settlement spreads across farming areas, residential neighborhoods, and community facilities for its inhabitants.
The moshav was founded in 1950 by Iranian immigrants as part of Israel's push to establish agricultural communities in the Negev. This settlement emerged during a period of intensive development in the region.
The name comes from the Book of Isaiah and refers to a righteous path through desert landscape. This spiritual connection shaped how the founders understood their settlement in the Negev.
The moshav is best reached by car via roads connecting to the Merhavim Regional Council network. Most visitors come during daylight hours to observe agricultural work and the desert surroundings.
Located near the junction of major desert routes, Maslul stands as one of fourteen moshavim within the Merhavim Regional Council territory.
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