The Montefiore Windmill is the iconic landmark of Yemin Moshe. The original windmill was constructed by Montefiore with the intention of providing a source of income for residents of the neighborhood. In reality, this never came to fruition due to a lack of wind, however nonetheless this unique structure is a highly visible landmark in Jerusalem.
Yemin Moshe is a beautiful neighborhood of Jerusalem constructed of quaint stone buildings and built in the 1890’s by Moses Montefiore in response to overcrowding within the walls of the Old City. The first set of houses were known as Mishkenot Shaananim, which were the first Jewish properties to be built outside the Old City. The neighborhood was expanded dramatically, and its landmark windmill was built with the intention of being a source of income for the residents. Today, the neighborhood is a popular residence for artists and its quaint alleyways are a great place to stroll and explore.
Mankind has been passing through these gates for over 2000 years. Read about the history and today’s museum About the Museum | Tower of David Museum Jerusalem (tod.org.il)
Art Installation at Yad Vashem, Jerusalem, Israel
