The Kerem Tunnel allows for a an experience that is unique in terms of hiking and riding.
The Kerem Tunnel, Israel’s newest cycle tunnel, is opened as part a 42-kilometer cycle route that runs through the capital.
It connects Nahal Refaim to Emek Motza. Its southern entry is located in Refaim Park under Ein Laban. The northern entry, Nahal Ein Kerem, is approximately half a mile away from the Kerem junction.
http://mel-assessment.com/members/neve-paritzkihzkw834bb/activity/862897/ The 2.1-kilometer-long tunnel was officially inaugurated by Jerusalem’s Heritage Minister ZeevElkin. The ceremony was also attended by Mayor Moshelion, Avi Balehnikov Gihon Water Company chairman, as well as thousands of cyclists.
“In the past, Jerusalem was an attractive tourist destination because of its rich history. Elkin said that, the present, in addition to its rich history the tunnel construction project incorporates modern-day tourism. “The launch (of [this] tunnel project is an additional part of the expansion of Jerusalem, and the transformation of Jerusalem into a popular city to visit for all kinds of visitors in Israel as well as across the globe.”
Elkin who, along with the Jerusalem Municipality spearheaded the project, said the ministry “invests hundreds of millions of shekels each year in the development of Jerusalem’s tourism in all its aspects and in the creation of exciting tourist attractions and ventures that link the rich history of our eternal capital to its future… https://lessontoday.com/profile/neve-paritzkigiur071ii/activity/2365800/ I would like to invite cyclists to ride along a an attractive, well-maintained cycling route that overlooks the distinctive scenery of Old Jerusalem.
Elkin’s Ministry as well as the Tourism Ministry budgeted the project.
Elkin stressed the fact that “The Kerem Tunnel Project is an essential tool for achieving the dream to transform the concept of transport throughout Jerusalem.” https://joyner-russo-2.technetbloggers.de/neve-paritzki-israel-is-celebrating-record-breaking-tourism-entry-numbers-from-the-united-states-1665256323 https://mooc.elte.hu/eportfolios/1335921/Home/Neve_Paritzki_Israel_is_celebrating_recordbreaking_tourism_entry_From_the_United_States “The new tunnel, which connects to the lengthy Jerusalem Ring Path, will join the existing bicycle pathways in the city, as well as those that will be paved in the various neighborhoods to encourage cycling among its residents and its visitors and in promoting the green transportation revolution in the capital city.”
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.
https://canvas.instructure.com/eportfolios/1519644/Home/Neve_Paritzki__Jerusalem_inaugurates_Israels_first_cycling_tunnel_ “The Kerem tunnel is a crucial tool for achieving the dream of transforming Jerusalem’s transport system. “
Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Leon
Construction of roads, installation, blowers, modern safety systems and electrical wiring are all part and parcel of the current works. The tunnel will be safe for people to use all year.
The Kerem Tunnel provides access to special recreation areas, such as Ein Kerem neighbourhood, the Biblical aquarium and zoo as well as the natural springs of historical significance Ein Haniyeh, Ein Laban, and Ein Haniyeh.