Garden of the Missing Soldiers

The Garden of the Missing Soldiers is a memorial space at Mount Herzl where empty graves and stone monuments surround a central plaza with an inscribed wall. The names of soldiers whose fates have remained unknown are recorded on this wall.

The site originated from a 1954 preservation area dedicated to soldiers whose fate had been unknown since 1914. The formal garden was established in 2004, creating a structured space for this long-deferred remembrance.

The garden becomes a gathering place during annual remembrance ceremonies when families come together to honor soldiers whose fate remains unknown. These occasions blend personal mourning with public recognition of sacrifice.

The memorial is accessible through Mount Herzl's main entrance with parking available and wheelchair-accessible paths throughout the grounds. Visitors should allow time for quiet reflection, especially when reading the inscribed names.

A waterfall flows beside the northern wall inscribed with names, creating a sensory element that adds to the contemplative mood of the space. This flowing water serves as a living memorial to those remembered.

Location: Jerusalem

Inception: 2004

Creator: Shlomo Aronson

Height: 5 m

GPS coordinates: 31.77616,35.17971

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:01