Albert Einstein Square (Jerusalem) facts for kids
Albert Einstein Square (in Hebrew, Kikar Albert Einstein) is a public space in Jerusalem, Israel. You can find it right at the entrance of the Israel Academy of Sciences and Humanities. This academy is located in the Talbiya neighborhood of Jerusalem.
This square is named after Albert Einstein, a very famous scientist. He is known for his amazing ideas about how the universe works.
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Why Albert Einstein Has a Square in Jerusalem
Albert Einstein was a brilliant scientist, but he also cared a lot about education and the future.
Einstein's Visit to Jerusalem
Did you know that Albert Einstein visited this area a long time ago? In 1923, he spent 12 days in Palestine, which is the historical region where Israel is today. During his visit, he gave a very important talk. This talk was the first-ever lecture at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. He spoke at the university's Mount Scopus campus.
Einstein's Support for Education
Einstein strongly believed in the importance of the Hebrew University. He also supported Zionism, which is the movement to create and support a Jewish homeland. Most of all, he loved the idea of education for everyone. Because of his strong support for learning and his connection to the Hebrew University, this square was named in his honor. You can also find a statue of Einstein nearby, in the gardens of the Israel Academy of Sciences and Humanities.
See also
In Spanish: Plaza Albert Einstein para niños
