Elazar, Community settlement in Gush Etzion, Israel
Located 18 kilometers south of Jerusalem at an elevation of 910 meters, Elazar extends across the hills of the West Bank region.
North American and English immigrants founded Elazar in 1975, which later transitioned into a communal settlement structure in 1990.
The settlement maintains a National Religious character with residents participating in regular community gatherings and educational programs throughout the year.
Transportation connections link Elazar to Jerusalem and other settlements through Highway 60, which undergoes expansion to improve accessibility.
Local teenagers constructed a memorial garden called Helkat haGevurah using their own resources to honor community members lost in recent conflicts.
Location: Gush Etzion Regional Council
Inception: 1975
Elevation above the sea: 910 m
Part of: Gush Etzion
Website: http://elazar.muni.il
GPS coordinates: 31.66004,35.14201
Latest update: June 13, 2025 22:01
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