The location of the hill on the most famous ancient road connecting the two centers of world civilization - Egypt and Mesopotamia, determined the strategic importance of this hill over the entire area of the Jezreel Valley. Great battles and wars were held in the valley during the period of Pharaoh Ramses the second, at the time of the Judges (the struggle against Midianites during the wars of the prophetess Deborah), the battle of the Hasmoneans when Alexander, son of Aristobulus fought against Gabinius. . Napoleon Bonaparte defeated the militia of Pasha Abdala from Damascus in close vicinity to Mount Tabor during his campaign in Syria in 1799. This victory cost the lives of many French soldiers, but was necessary by Napoleon, besieging Acre.
A visit to Mount Tabor is beautiful all year, but in the spring, it is unique. The lush green grass, the thunderclouds, the bright sun, and the fresh wind seem to recreate the miracle of the Transfiguration. The nature reserve of the mountain, ancient history, and the stone ruins of the Crusaders immerses us in a unique cocktail of nature, history, and faith.
Mount Tabor, located in Israel, is an important religious site for Christians, particularly Catholics. Its opening hours are usually 8 AM to 11:45 AM and 2 PM to 5 PM. However, please note that the site may be closed or have different hours during Catholic holidays. Therefore, checking with local authorities or the site manager for the most up-to-date information on opening hours and closures is always best.