Darom Adom - The flower blooming festival in the Negev
The largest festival in the Negev desert is probably the "Darom Adom" ("Red South" in Hebrew) which officially begins in early February. However, in addition to that, the southern region, the Negev, and the Be'er Sheva District are beautiful and colorful for exploring throughout the year
The festival "Darom Adom" is called so because of the red carpets of flowers that bloom every spring in the months of February and March in the Negev region, in southern Israel
The Negev is a tourist area full of attractions and activities suitable anyone who are seeking nature trips, blossoms, museums, historical sites, special hiking trails, agricultural tourism, wildlife, and offer a wide variety of options
Please see some of my recommendations for your next visit to the Darom Adom
Coffee at Sivuv Ba'Atar HaShachor (Black Arrow)
In the heart of the forest, near the Black Arrow Monument, you will find a food track with coffee, breakfast, and refreshments
Sportive Navigation Activity in Nature at Agur
You can participate in a special activity for groups or families in the nature or at tourist sites throughout the country
For more information, contact: 052-3516818
Visit Kibbutz Gvulot Kibbutz
Gvulot is celebrating its 80th anniversary and invites you to enjoy accommodation in cozy rooms and a heated swimming pool in the winter. Guided tours and a kibbutz-style lunch are also available, offering a tasty and unique experience
Contact and reservations: 054-7919003
GrovTech
GrovTech is a technological experimental center that spans from space exploration to gaming, offering a wide range of experiences for all ages
Iron Sheep Heritage Museum
The museum located in Kibbutz Tze'elim is a historical gem with a personal story that treasures the history of our heritage
Kerem Shalom
A pastoral lookout from theseparation wall to the Gaza Strip border at Kerem Shalom. During the tour, you can gain inspiration and empowerment from the people that cope with these challenges and also participate in artistic performances
Contact for more information 052-8119473
Brewery "ISS" in the village of Dekel
Stop by to enjoy a hospitality experience for groups, explanations, and tastings
Contact: 054-6429598
How to get to the Red-South festival
As for the flowers, you will mainly find them in the northern and western Negev
In order to reach the flower concentrations of Darom Adom (Red South), you can use Waze or Google Maps to navigate to the following locations: Yair Shokeda Forest, Be'er Marva, Beteronot Ruhamah, Makhtesh Bari Nature Reserve, Mitzpor Yonatan and Ramon, Devira Forest, Porat Nature Reserve, and also keep an eye out on the sides of the roads as you driveinformation before visiting
Please note that the availability and blooming times of the flowers may vary each year, so it's always recommended to check the current conditions and updated
I hope you enjoy your visit to the magnificent south of Israel
