Funding for the renovation of the prophet Elijah's cave comes from government offices and donations. The renovation will last about a year. About 800,000 people visit the Eliyahu Cave every year.
At this week's city council meeting, a plan was presented for a comprehensive renovation of the prophet Elijah's cave. The cost of renovating the Eliyahu Cave is 12 million NIS, in accordance with the government's decision. The cost of the renovation will be financed through the government ministries: Religious Services, Tourism, Jerusalem and Heritage. Funds will also be received from fundraising by the National Center for the Development of Holy Places. These figures became clear following his proposal To the order of city council member Arie Blitenthal. The plan was presented to the city council by the city engineer, Ariel Wetterman. The plan for the renovation was designed by Kimel Eshkolot Architects.
Throughout the meeting, members of the city council argued and discussed what the new government could be blamed for and what is still a legacy from the previous mayor Yona Yahav's time. Regarding the Eliyahu Cave, Mayor Einat Kalish Rotem said that this credit, in this case, was credited to the previous government headed by Yona Yahav.
From the presentation presented by the Haifa City Engineer, Mr. Ariel Wetterman, a difficult accessibility problem to the Eliyahu Cave emerges. Those of you who visited the cave, recently, must have noticed the fact that the access is problematic and not suitable for wheelchair users and those who have difficulty walking. In addition, there are three separate buildings on the site, which do not connect together. The purpose of the project is to improve accessibility and create a connection between the buildings.
Accessibility for the disabled and those with reduced mobility:
The new access to the site will be through the addition of a moderate ramp, according to the accessibility standards, which will connect the lower gathering square. Today the site has many levels and the intention is to reach two main levels. An elevator is added between the two levels.
After the renovation, the Eliyahu Cave will have new uses: a visitor center, an event space and a cafeteria, which will be connected by a new bridge.
Goals of the Eliyahu Cave upgrade project:
The main goals of the project are the restoration and preservation of the cave and the buildings around it, so that all the components of the complex will function together as one complex. The goal is to intervene minimally and preserve the original character of the complex. In addition, care will be taken to care for and restore the facades of the original buildings. The intervention and changes that will be made in the cave will be minimal, in order to preserve and preserve the inscriptions and historical decorations and present them in a dignified manner.
Preliminary mapping to locate burial caves in Eliyahu Cave
The project is carried out by the National Center for the Development of Holy Places. The annual number of visitors to the cave is 800,000 people. The goal is to complete the project as early as 2020. Currently, the detailed planning phase has been completed. Preliminary work was carried out for spot exploration excavations, according to the requirements of Atra Kadisha ( the largest ultra-orthodox news site in Israel) and under the supervision of the Antiquities Authority. During the excavation, a burial cave from the second house was discovered, which forced a slight change in the planning and entailed additional costs.
The full presentation - Eliyahu Cave renovation plan in Haifa
Kimel Eshkolot Architects
June 2019
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019 
The renovation plan of the Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Haifa - courtesy of Kimel Eshkolot Architects - June 2019
What about the opening?
Anyone know ????
I understand that it is still closed according to what is written
The question with this updated
Thank you to all concerned and bless you with an elevator or a cable car so that the place will be accessible to the disabled and the elderly population with blessings and feelings of respect
Why is there an elevator? Eliyahu left the chariots of fire there with the help of which he ascended to heaven. You can rent a place in a chariot that can carry six people at a time for a price of fifteen shekels per person.
I visited the cave today with my friend. And this after checking the website... it was announced that the cave is open. I was disappointed to see the West closed. Within an hour, at least 10 people arrived who were as disappointed as I was. Even outside the city... Please be informed that the cave is closed for renovations... until the date...
I am very happy that this holy place will receive some attention, and I pray that we will be able to see and pray a lot in the cave of Elijah the prophet remember the good soon and all our prayers will come true, and the place will be beautiful and holy and clean as it should be
In Sed, we are blessed to have been given the renovation of this holy place. Accessibility is especially important, because many elderly and disabled people come to the cave. Please note, if possible, that we also mention this in the body of the article: the cave continues to be open to the public throughout the renovation as usual, only the access to the top of the mountain is blocked, and some of the revelry places nearby The cave itself is open to the public and to the sky as it was in the days of Genesis
Where did the plan for the restoration of the Eliyahu Cave site disappear as part of a public competition of the Association of Architects and Engineers?