Shomrat
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Founded | 29 May 1948 |
Founded by | Hashomer Hatzair members |
Region | Western Galilee |
Industries | Agriculture, manufacturing, tourism |
Affiliation | Kibbutz Movement |
Website | www.at-shomrat.com |
Shomrat (Hebrew: שמרת) is a kibbutz in the Western Galilee region of Israel. Located on the coastal highway just northe of Acre, it falls under the jurisdiction of Matte Asher Regional Council. In 2006 it had a population of 347.
[edit] History
The kibbutz was founded in 1948 by Hashomer Hatzair members from Slovakia and Romania. It was named for the Shomrat area, from which the Tribe of Asher came.
[edit] External links
- Official website (Hebrew)
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