Beit Aghion facts for kids

Beit Aghion, also known as Beit Rosh HaMemshala (which means "House of the Prime Minister" in Hebrew), is a very important building in Israel. It is the official home and workplace for the Prime Minister of Israel, who is the country's leader. This special house is located in Jerusalem, in a neighborhood called Rehavia. You can find it at 9 Peretz Smolenskin Street, right near Balfour Street.

What is the Prime Minister's Official Home?

Every country's leader usually has an official residence, which is a special house where they live and often work. Beit Aghion serves this purpose for Israel's Prime Minister. It's where the Prime Minister lives with their family and also holds important meetings with other leaders and officials.

A Brief History of Beit Aghion

The building itself has a history even before it became the Prime Minister's residence. It was built in 1936 and completed in 1938. For many years, it was a private home. It became the official residence of the Prime Minister of Israel in 1974. Before that, the Prime Minister lived in a different house, known as Beit Julius Jacobs.

Where is Beit Aghion Located?

Beit Aghion is situated in the Rehavia neighborhood of Jerusalem. This area is known for its quiet streets and beautiful buildings. It's located between the busy city center and another neighborhood called Talbiya. Because it's the Prime Minister's home, the area around Beit Aghion is very secure. Sometimes, you might even see a black curtain on Balfour Street, which helps to hide the entrance for privacy and security reasons.

Images for kids

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  Beit Julius Jacobs, the PM's residence until 1974

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  The black curtain on Balfour street in Jerusalem, which hides the entrance to the prime minister's residence

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  Beit Aghion in 1938, when it was first completed