Ad Halom

Ad Halom is a heritage site and memorial complex at the eastern edge of Ashdod, featuring three bridges that span the Lakhish River. The grounds contain structures from different periods and function as a junction connecting major transportation routes.

The site gained strategic importance during the 1948 war when Egyptian forces reached their northernmost position there. Over the following decades, it became a witness to multiple conflicts and was later designated as a memorial for those who fell.

The name Ad Halom means "eternity," and the site serves as a place where visitors encounter history woven into the landscape. Multiple layers of the past coexist here, inviting people to explore the different traces left behind across the area.

The site is easily accessible and can be explored on foot, with the various bridges and historic structures open to visitors. Wear comfortable shoes and allow time to move between different points, as the grounds cover a substantial area.

A preserved British pillbox from the 1936 to 1939 period stands near the bridges, revealing defensive structures from the Mandate era. This architectural remnant allows visitors to observe directly the different layers of occupation and conflict that shaped the place.

Location: Ashdod

GPS coordinates: 31.78194,34.66939

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:40