sataf and tzuba
Today we went to Sataf, an ancient agricultural area right near Kibbutz Tzuba. This is where terrace farming began. From the top, we had a clear view of Hadassah Hospital where Sharon is currently, and of the surrounding area. We climbed through the well area which was a tunnel about 2 ft. by 2 ft... a little tight!! The landscape is beautiful as the almond trees blossom, and everything is turning green.
After Sataf, we returned to Tzuba where we hiked into some areas we hadn't been before. I have mentioned the Arab village before that sits right near Tzuba and we walked so that we could see right down to it. It was on that ledge where Saul became King of Israel. We also climbed in one of the burial chambers that Ruven, a jewish history teacher here, found.
Immediately after lunch, we drove into Jerusalem and went to the Commissioners palace which is where the British were stationed. There is an amazing view of Jerusalem from there with a clear distinction between Eastern and Western Jerusalem. We saw the separation wall and could pick out other land forms and buildings such as the Mt. of Olives, The Dome of The Rock, and Mt. Zion. After spending time there, we went to Ben Yehuda St. to shop. Don't worry! We were given specific areas that we were allowed to be in!!
We just had a commander from the army talk to us about Gadna, the week long army experience. We are going in the end of February and will be introduced to the Israeli Army, techniques, et c...
