Ben Gurion's Desert Home, Historical memorial in Sde Boker, Israel
Ben-Gurion's Desert Home presents the preserved wooden dwelling where Israel's first Prime Minister lived, featuring his personal belongings and extensive library collection.
David Ben-Gurion resided in this modest desert residence from 1953 until 1973, dedicating four hours daily to physical labor and spending remaining time reading.
The Heritage Institute maintains exhibitions about Ben-Gurion's vision for developing the Negev Desert, including interactive displays and educational programs for visitors.
The memorial site offers guided tours in Hebrew at 11 AM from Sunday through Friday, with an orientation map available for self-guided exploration.
The residence contains Ben-Gurion's original furniture arrangement and his personal library of over 5,000 books, maintained exactly as he left them.
Location: Ramat Negev Regional Council
GPS coordinates: 30.87372,34.79028
Latest update: March 6, 2025 14:33
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