Beit Lid Immigration Camp, Immigration transit camp in Sharon Plain, Israel
Beit Lid Immigration Camp was a reception center in the Sharon Plain featuring temporary housing arranged in organized sections. The structures accommodated arrivals and created designated areas for living and working.
The camp was established in 1949 as part of Israel's absorption program for new arrivals. It closed in 1967, marking the end of the Ma'abarot system in the nation's early years.
The camp brought together Jewish immigrants from many countries, creating spaces where different languages and traditions met in everyday life. This diversity shaped how people lived and worked together on the plain.
The site is located in the Sharon Plain and exists today as a historical location without active facilities. Visitors should research ahead since access may be limited or require arranged visits.
The camp was a significant part of early Israeli infrastructure, showing how the state managed large-scale population movements. Its story reveals the challenges and solutions for welcoming tens of thousands of people in a short period.
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