The Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron will largely close to the public for several weeks due to renovation and roofing work on the prayer plaza, according to a notice shared by the site. The restriction is expected to last until approximately the month of Elul, leaving some visitors disappointed after traveling long distances.
The Cave of the Patriarchs (Ma'arat HaMachpela) in Hebron — a site holy to both Jews and Muslims — is undergoing renovation and roofing of the main prayer plaza, according to a notice passed to the public. The work will keep most of the site closed to visitors for the coming weeks, with the restriction expected to last until approximately the month of Elul (late August). The notification was shared by sources at the site, who noted that many visitors arrive from afar and have been disappointed by the closure. No official announcement from the Israel Nature and Parks Authority or the Civil Administration has been published as of this report.
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