Har Nof
Coordinates: 31°47.030′N 35°10.587′E / 31.783833°N 35.176450°E
Har Nof (Hebrew: הר נוף, meaning "scenic mountain") is a mountain in Jerusalem. It is a famous neighborhood of important Israeli Rabbis. There are ancient terraces in the neighborhood, which were used for growing grapes. There are also many presses, from the Second Temple carved in the rock, suggesting a large Jewish community at the time. There are also ruins from fortifications dating from the Herodian period.
The ruins of a castle and a small pond were found in one of the lowest streets in the neighborhood. The fort was from the time of the Second Temple, and was populated by guards who protected the pilgrims visiting the temple. Opposite the castle, an ancient wine press was found, which probably belonged to the fortress' guards.
Har Nof Media
- HarNofMar
Owing to the hilly nature of Har Nof, steps are often used to get from one street to another.
Neve Yerushalayim academy for women
Orot Hatshuva study hall in Har Nof
Other websites
- Official website website (in Hebrew)
