Security Updates
Security Update for Visitors Updated 4/1/2023
We are pleased to report that thanks to the efforts of the ICHH over these last few years, the security situation on Har Hazeitim is vastly improved and is generally safe to drive to or use public transportation Since October 2015 there were few incidents (i.e. desecrated graves and rocks thrown) on Har Hazeitim itself. Police and border police units regularly patrol the area, both on the mountain and on the access roads. The 173 surveillance cameras are monitored 24/7, the police station is staffed, and a new fence has been completed on the Eastern section of the holy mountain. It has been safe to visit without any escort. You may still wish to use the government-sponsored Private Security escort services by calling 02-627-1598. or the ICHH Tour and VIP services (see below).
PLEASE NOTE: If you are planning to use the security service, you MUST call at least 24 hours in advance to arrange a meeting point at or near Har Hazeitim. On some days, the security service may not be available due to levayot or heavy usage. The security service will accompany you to one site only for a maximum of 40 minutes. You can use either a West Jerusalem taxi or private vehicle to travel to Har Hazeitim. Please note: the guards are not permitted to drive you in their vehicle.
Should you encounter a problem, please urgently call 100 for Police or 101 for Ambulance.
By all means, visit the holy and historic Har Hazeitim cemetery. A tour of Har Hazeitim will take you through 3000-years of Jewish history. Tens of thousands of Jews have come back in recent months. It is SAFE!
HELP US KEEP HAR HAZEITIM SAFE AND SECURE!
Har Hazeitim is located in the midst of the volatile East Jerusalem Arab neighborhoods, an area where rocks were previously thrown at mourners and visitors. The police now have the situation under control but this is largely because of constant ICHH monitoring and lobbying. With your help, the ICHH has
- successfully installed surveillance cameras
- persuaded the Israeli government to establish a police substation
- Forced the Israeli government to install a strong fence that surrounds Har Hazeitim
- Encouraged the Border Police to have a permanent presence
- Arranged regular maintenance
- Resumed public transportation
But we dare not let down our guard! You can be a protector of Har Hazeitim by contributing to the ICHH.
Suggested Contributions
Patron $1000
Benefactor $500
Supporter $250
Chai Supporter $150
Meah Supporter $100
Make your donation safely through Authorize.net by clicking here
Or send your check to:
International Committee for Har Hazeitim (ICHH)
1226 East 10th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11230
* The International Committee for the Preservation of HarHazeisim is a non-profit 501c3 organization Tax Exepmt#27-4001020. No goods or services were provided in exchange for your generous financial donation.