Poria – Neve Oved, Community settlement in Emek HaYarden Regional Council, Israel
Description
Poria Neve Oved is a residential community in the Emek HaYarden region, situated about 137 meters above sea level southeast of the Sea of Galilee near Tiberias. The area combines housing with access to agricultural regions and the Jordan Valley.
History
The settlement was established in 1949 when North African immigrants created a new residential area in northern Israel. Its founding was part of the early settlement movement following the nation's creation.
Culture
The name Neve Oved means Oasis of Workers in Hebrew, reflecting the early residents who worked in local factories and nearby kibbutzim. This connection to work and community remains visible in how the settlement is organized today.
Practical
The settlement is accessible via Highway 90 from nearby Tiberias. Visitors can find municipal services and facilities managed through the regional council office.
Did you know?
The settlement occupies a transitional zone between agricultural lands and modern residential areas, making it a meeting point between traditional and contemporary ways of living. This location offers visitors insight into how innovation and farming traditions coexist here.
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