Jerusalem marked a festive moment in the National Quarter as the renewed Wohl Rose Garden was officially inaugurated. President Isaac Herzog and his wife Michal, Mayor Moshe Lion and senior officials attended the ceremony, highlighting a new green landmark in the heart of the capital
Against this backdrop, the renovated garden is set to play a central role in the city’s civic and cultural life
The Rose Garden in Jerusalem – A National Quarter Gem
Stretching between the Supreme Court and the Knesset, the garden has been upgraded with new paths, updated furniture, leisure spaces and renewed rose beds. At its heart, a new café is planned to serve government employees, visitors to the Knesset and Jerusalem residents
First Lady Michal Herzog said: “The opening of the renewed Wohl Rose Garden is a moment of beauty, hope and renewal in the heart of Jerusalem, in the shadow of pain and loss since October 7. In days of grief we must remind ourselves that beauty is still here, accessible and healing
This sentiment underscores the significance of the city’s investment in the site
Renewal of Jerusalem’s Rose Garden – A 60 Million Shekel Project
The project was led by the Jerusalem Municipality, the Ministry for Jerusalem and Jewish Tradition, the Jerusalem Foundation and the Jerusalem Development Authority, executed by Moriah Company. Mayor Moshe Lion stated: “The Rose Garden is a precious asset in the very center of the National Quarter. Its renewal is part of our strategic vision to make the area vibrant and welcoming for residents, government workers and visitors from around the country and the world
Shimon Album, Director-General of the Ministry for Jerusalem and Jewish Tradition, added: “In recent years we have invested significant budgets together with the municipality to develop the National Quarter. It is fitting that we inaugurate this garden now, which will enhance the beauty of Jerusalem, the holy city
Alongside the financial scope, the garden’s location highlights its national symbolism
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Between the Supreme Court, the Knesset and Nature
The unique position of the garden between Israel’s three branches of government gives it symbolic value. Jerusalem Foundation president Eric Grablesky said: “The renewal of the Wohl Rose Garden is a source of great pride. This park combines nature, art and heritage, offering a space of beauty and learning for all Jerusalem’s residents and visitors
Jerusalem Development Authority CEO Tzachi Namir added: “The renewed Rose Garden is part of our vision for Jerusalem – a modern capital linking heritage with innovation. It will serve as a unique hub for leisure, culture and networking, strengthening Jerusalem as a green and vibrant city of government
From here, the focus shifts to the botanical elements introduced in the project
