Mekor Chaim - Talpiot, is the name given to this popular, rapidly developing, neighborhood. It was established about a century ago, and was planned as a verdant city, full of gardens and large open spaces. Many well-known personalities settled in the neighborhood, and to this day, unique conservation buildings and impressive landmarks dot the area. Its proximity to the Old City, and to commercial and cultural areas, together with the peaceful atmosphere permeating the area, make it a sought-after target for urban construction and renewal. The neighborhood was added to the ‘Baka’ municipality map, and as a result, its infrastructure, sidewalks and gardens were renewed, and its educational frameworks and community buildings were improved. Many Anglo-Saxon residents, French immigrants, and Israelis, have recently discovered the neighborhood's attractions. These include four large shopping malls, many synagogues, the Talpiot stream that descends from the steep ridges of the neighborhood and spills into the Dead Sea, the clear mountain air, the high-quality neighbors, the proximity to the light rail, and now - the prestigious Avenue project, that contains it all!