Tzukei Yam, Community settlement in Hefer Valley Regional Council, Israel
Tzukei Yam is a community settlement located along the Mediterranean coast north of Netanya, with homes built on elevated terrain overlooking the sea. The village provides basic services including shops, recreational areas, and convenient road connections to nearby towns and cities.
The settlement was established in 1968 as part of regional development efforts that expanded communities across the Hefer Valley area. It became the westernmost community within the Hefer Valley Regional Council and has remained a part of the region's coastal development pattern.
The settlement maintains strong agricultural traditions with regular community gatherings and seasonal harvest celebrations throughout the year.
The settlement is easily accessible by road and suits visitors looking for a quiet environment with basic amenities. Its location near Netanya makes day trips to larger cities convenient, while local shops and recreation areas meet everyday needs.
The name translates from Hebrew as Sea Cliffs, referencing the rocky coastal formations that characterize the local landscape. These natural rock features shaped the settlement's position from its earliest days.
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