Bar Giora

The moshav of Bar Giora is situated between Beit Shemesh and Jerusalem, at the height of 700 meters above sea level. The moshav of Bar Giora, founded in 1950, is named after Simon Bar Giora, one of the main characters in the Jewish Great Revolt against the Romans. The moshav of Bar Giora is mainly known for the major tourist information which is located near the junction which has the same name as its, meant to provide travelers in the area with information about the many trails that go through the nearby American Independence Park. One of the trails, in Katlav Stream, passes by the Ein Giora Spring.

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