Nation's Great Leaders Graves, National leaders burial section at Mount Herzl, Israel.
The cemetery contains 48 designated plots arranged in a symmetrical pattern with stone markers and landscaped gardens on the southern slope of Mount Herzl.
The burial ground was established in 1951 following the creation of Israel, becoming the final resting place for presidents, prime ministers, and Knesset leaders.
The burial grounds reflect Jewish burial traditions with simple stone markers and Hebrew inscriptions, emphasizing equality among national figures in death.
The site remains open daily from sunrise to sunset, with guided tours available through the Mount Herzl visitors center explaining the legacy of each leader.
The cemetery includes the graves of Golda Meir, Yitzhak Rabin, and Shimon Peres, alongside other figures who shaped Israel's development.
Location: Jerusalem
Part of: Mount Herzl
GPS coordinates: 31.77445,35.17947
Latest update: March 7, 2025 22:53
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