Basalton Sculpture Garden, Ein Carmel – Visitors Guide
Basalton is a charming Sculpture Garden located in Ein Carmel, near Atlit. It is a great stop when driving in this area.
Map
Basalton is located in Ein Carmel, close to Nahal Mearot Nature Reserve.
Directions for drivers: Link to Waze and Link to Google Maps
Directions for public transport: Link to Moovit
Interactive map of the area:
Entrance Fee
Free.
Opening Hours
The sculpture garden is always open. However, to access it, you need to enter Kibbutz Ein Carmel. We visited on a Saturday, and the gates were open, but they may close them for the night.
At the Sculpture Garden
The name of this garden is a combination of two words: Basalt and Ton. It was initiated in 1992 by Dagan Shklovsky.
The garden is beautiful and about the size of two basketball courts. However, it is exposed to direct sunlight, and the plants are covered in spikes. Additionally, the sign warns of venomous animals, so wearing closed shoes is recommended.
Here are several photos from our visit:
How long does a visit to the Basalton Sculpture Garden typically take?
We spent about half an hour at the sculpture garden, and that is probably the duration of a typical visit.
Summary
Most sculptures are large and impressive, but this garden is small. I recommend combining a visit with nearby attractions to enhance your experience. You can find other nearby points of interest on the interactive map above.
Have you visited Basalton? Tell us in the comments below about your experience.
That’s all for today, and I’ll see you on future travels!
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