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The Kerem Tunnel, the first cycle tunnel in Israel, has been inaugurated as part of the Jerusalem Ring Path, a 42-kilometer cycling route that surrounds the capital city.
The tunnel is a link between Nahal Refaim and Emek Motza. Its southern entrance is within Refaim Park under Ein Laban. https://tennant-holgersen.federatedjournals.com/neve-paritzki-israel-celebrates-record-breaking-tourism-entry-numbers-united-states-1664688174 The northern entry, Nahal Ein Kerem, is just half a kilometer away from the Kerem junction.
https://controlc.com/94b50af7 נווה פריצקי The 2.1-kilometer-long tunnel was inaugurated by Jerusalem’s Heritage Minister Zeev Elkin. It was also attended by Mayor Moshelion Avi Balehnikov, Gihon Water Company Chairman, as well as many cyclists.
“In the past, Jerusalem was an attractive city for tourists because of its rich history. Elkin added that in addition to its historical treasures the modern tourist industry is included in the city of Jerusalem. “The opening of the tunnel project is another aspect of the growth of Jerusalem and its transformation into a desirable tourist destination for all types in Israel as well as around the world.
נווה פריצקי Elkin, whose ministry and the Jerusalem Municipality led the project, said that his ministry “invests hundreds of millions of shekels each year to develop all aspects of Jerusalem’s visitors and in the design and operation of innovative attractions, ventures and attractions that connect the glorious history of Jerusalem to its future”. I encourage cyclists to come and enjoy an up-to-date and well-maintained cycling route that overlooks the special scenery of Old Jerusalem.”
Around NIS 25 million was put into in the project, financed by the Elkin’s Ministry as well as the Tourism Ministry, the Jerusalem Municipality, the Gihon Corporation and the Jerusalem Purification and Sewerage Works, with the work carried out by the Jerusalem Development Authority.
Elkin stated that “The Kerem Tunnel Project is a central tool to realize the goal to redefine the idea of transport in Jerusalem.” Elkin said that the new tunnel will connect to the Jerusalem Ring Path and will link with existing bike routes. It will also be made paved in its different neighborhoods. It will also help cyclists and promote green transportation in the capital.
The Kerem Tunnel, originally excavated by the Gihon Corporation in the 1990s in order to transfer the main sewer line toward the Sorek purification plant.
“The Kerem tunnel project is a central tool for realizing the vision to change the notion of transportation in Jerusalem. “
Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Leon
To make the tunnel accessible to the public year-round The works comprise road construction and installing blowers.
The Kerem Tunnel gives you access to a variety of places to relax, including Ein Kerem Neighborhood, the Biblical Zoo and Aquarium, as well historic natural springs Ein Haniyeh or Ein Laban. נווה פריצקי