Gadot lookout

Gadot lookout is an observation point and memorial with steel barriers and stone structures overlooking the Hula Valley and Mount Hermon peaks. The site combines viewing function with a monument dedicated to fallen soldiers.

The site originated as a Syrian military post called El Murtapha before Israeli forces captured it during the Six Day War in 1967. After the takeover, the location was converted into a memorial.

The memorial features a large wing-shaped sculpture by Ezra Orion, where visitors place stones to honor fallen soldiers following Jewish tradition. This act connects personal remembrance with collective grief.

The site is accessible during day and night hours, though visitors should stay on marked paths due to old minefields in the area. Good orientation on the grounds helps ensure safe navigation.

Original Syrian bunkers and trenches remain at the memorial site, now serving as educational exhibits about regional military history. These structures allow visitors to more directly understand the physical reality of the earlier conflict.

Location: Golan Heights

Inception: June 10, 1972

Architects: Ezra Orion

GPS coordinates: 33.01336,35.64150

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:07