In the Footsteps of the Baron By: Chana Koren
place for the Baron and Baroness Adelaide by Rothschild himself. The Rothschilds are buried in a crypt hidden Pesach is perfect for spending quality time
Five sections make up the floral gardens of Ramat
with the family while
Hanadiv, which are maintained by the Rothschild Family
enjoying the wide variety
fund. These sections are the fragrant rose garden, palm
of activities and historical
trees, statue garden and fragrance garden specially
sites throughout Israel.
designed for the visually impaired. The latter garden
Ramat HaNadiv, located
includes railings allowing the disabled to walk along the
just south of Zichron
raised garden, encouraging touching and smelling of
Yaacov allows visitors
plants.
large and small to enjoy
Just outside the visitors center, at the entrance to the
beautiful gardens, visit
park are several paths leading to a spring and various
archeological sites, make a picnic or take a short hike. Ramat Hanadiv, named after the Baron Edmond Rothschild, a nineteenth century philanthropist, assisted
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away in the Israel’s most exquisite gardens.
ancient buildings. For today’s hike follow the blue path which is approximately a 1.5 hour hike, suitable for all ages (not for carriages).
in the purchasing and development of land for settlement
The path starts with a view of Bikat HaNadiv with
in then Palestine. This spot was purchased as a burial
its extensive vineyards and orchards, initially planted by
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