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Kochav Hashovav is an Israeli science center known for its unique approach to interactive learning through military-themed attractions and displays. Located in the Yiftach farm, a former Kibbutz, it is situated near the city of Jezreel Valley Regional Council.

The center was established with the aim of commemorating Israel's military history, where visitors can learn about military equipment and tactics from past conflicts. The site is managed by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) and aims to promote the significance of Israel's security establishment.

Kochav Hashovav's exhibits cater to various interests, including history, technology, and military training. A section is dedicated to offering visitors the chance to fire an upper-echelon army-issue assault rifle, which provides a unique insight into the technological aspects involved in military operations.

Besides this, the center showcases several army vehicles such as tanks, followed by the patrol vehicles designed and led by the Israeli military. Overall, the interactive exhibits contribute to an immersive experience for the visitors, emphasizing the strategic and tactical perspectives essential in modern warfare.

As an added feature, visitors can also explore the labs that were reclaimed from an abandoned kibbutz. A special section specifically focuses on memorializing the sacrifice of soldiers by providing visitors a digital experience while dropping electronic flowers from an upper level roof structure, providing an emotional experience for troops' sacrifices throughout the history of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict has provided essential learning for decades.

Visitors can be an optimal-size group size for a military training program, with areas clearly outlined across the geographic site.