Birkat Al-Karmel

Historically, Birkat Al-Karmel underwent multiple restoration efforts to preserve its condition and enhance its services. In the Byzantine era, a second reservoir was excavated, and clay pipes were installed to connect the two reservoirs to accommodate excess water. During the Umayyad period, it was repaired to serve as a station for pilgrims and trade caravans between Egypt and the Levant.^[2]

In modern times, Birkat Al-Karmel has been rehabilitated to become a public park welcoming local residents and tourists. The municipality of Al-Karmel aims to sustain this transformation in collaboration with donor countries and supporting institutions.^[2]

Birkat Al-Karmel is subjected to repeated incursions by settlers under the protection of the Israeli forces, which consider that they have a historical right to the archaeological site.^[1] During most Jewish religious occasions, Israeli forces invade the town of Al-Karmel, completely closing its roads to secure settlers' entry to the site, accompanied by anti-Arab and anti-Muslim chants.^[3]