In 1958, a group of people of various backgrounds banded together to create a moshav based on a vegetarian, vegan, and organic lifestyle and ideology.

They had difficulties in cooperating with the requirements of the moshav, however, causing friction with other residents, and the group soon moved to Jerusalem.

In the early 1960s, the Jewish Agency helped 10 families build the first zimmerim, as the guest chalets are known.

The works are made by Israeli and international artists, including a steel statue by David Palombo.

[9][10][11] Regular musical events include Friday evening performances by two of its residents, the couple Miki Shaviv and Mika Karni.