Merkaz Yael

Merkaz Yael is a community settlement in northern Israel that serves as a regional hub for surrounding villages in the Gilboa area. Located at approximately 73 meters elevation, it provides essential services and administrative functions for neighboring communities.

The settlement was founded in 1960 as part of a development initiative to establish new communities throughout northern Israel. It was created during a period when regional expansion was systematically pursued.

The settlement's name draws from a figure in the Book of Judges, linking the community to ancient regional narratives that remain part of local identity. This connection shapes how residents relate to the land and its past.

The settlement functions as an active administrative center with connections to the Gilboa Regional Council and offers visitors various facilities. Exploring the surrounding settlements helps provide a fuller picture of how the region operates.

The settlement is part of a network of communities in the Taanakh region, where each settlement's name comes from figures in biblical texts. This deliberate system of biblically inspired names reflects how the regional founding was tied to religious tradition.

Location: Gilboa Regional Council

Inception: 1960

Elevation above the sea: 73 m

GPS coordinates: 32.55190,35.30800

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:22