Ahead of site regulation: Illegal structures demolished at Honi the Circle-Drawer's tomb complex

The Israel Land Enforcement Authority demolished illegal structures at the Honi the Circle-Drawer tomb complex in Hatzor HaGlilit, as part of regulating the site and improving safety. The operation aimed to reduce hazards at a religious site attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors annually, coordinated with the National Center for the Development of Holy Sites.

The Israel Land Enforcement Authority carried out enforcement activity today (Monday) at the Honi the Circle-Drawer tomb complex in Hatzor HaGlilit, during which illegal structures were demolished. The activity is part of a broader effort to regulate the site, improve safety, and develop it for the benefit of visitors. The Honi the Circle-Drawer tomb complex is a religious and historical site attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors annually. Over the years, structures were built without permits and safety and infrastructure deficiencies were identified. Following lessons from the Meron disaster, the authority emphasizes reducing hazards at sites with large crowds. The operations are coordinated with the National Center for the Development of Holy Sites. The authority stated that the enforcement reflects determination against illegal construction endangering the public, and that they will continue to remove hazards and uphold the rule of law.