Standard TimeIST |
UTC+2 |
Daylight Saving Time
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UTC+3 |
IANA Time Zone |
Asia/Jerusalem |
Beit Shemesh time compared to Beijing time (China) |
6 hours ahead |
Introduction to Beit Shemesh, Israel
Beit Shemesh is a city in the Jerusalem district of central Israel, located about 30 kilometers west of Jerusalem on the border between the coastal plain and the Judean hills, with a population of about 100,000, making it one of Israel's major medium-sized cities. The area has a long history of human settlement from ancient times, and the modern city was founded in the 1950s, initially to receive Jewish immigrants from North Africa and Arab countries. Beit Shemesh has a diversified economy encompassing industrial, agricultural and high-tech industries, and is also home to many commuters due to its proximity to Jerusalem. The city's neighborhood is rich in archaeological sites, such as ancient caves and Byzantine churches, which attract history buffs. The local community is culturally diverse, incorporating Jewish traditions from different backgrounds, creating a unique urban atmosphere.
Beit Shemesh Sunrise/Sunset Today,
Today is 2026-03-02
Sunrise Time
07:06
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Sunset Time
18:38
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