Hermon outpost, Military outpost on Mount Hermon, Israel
The Hermon outpost is a military installation located at roughly 2,100 meters (6,900 feet) on Mount Hermon's peak. It operates as a fortified surveillance site for monitoring the region while subject to UN observer agreements.
The outpost was established in 1967 following the Six-Day War and positioned for regional oversight. During the 1973 Yom Kippur War, Syrian forces took control of it briefly before Israeli forces retook it with heavy engagement.
The outpost is known locally as the 'Eyes of the Nation' because of how it watches over the borders with Syria, Lebanon, and northern territories. People here understand its symbolic meaning in the nation's security.
The location sits at high elevation and often experiences snow during winter months, making access difficult. Visitors should expect extreme weather conditions and limited accessibility throughout the year.
The installation contains specialized electronic intelligence equipment used by Israeli defense agencies alongside multiple surveillance systems on the mountain peak. Few visitors realize the extent of the technological infrastructure hidden within the fortified compound.
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