The ancient Siloam Pool in the City of David National Park in Jerusalem will be fully excavated and opened to the general public
Due to its significant importance, the Shiloah Pool has been a focal point for archaeologists and researchers from around the world for the past 150 years, who have come with the goal of identifying and excavating the pool. Now, it is expected to be fully uncovered and opened to the general public for the first time.
Archaeologists have uncovered one of the monumental fortifications that protected the kings of Jerusalem
In the City of David in the Jerusalem Walls National Park, archaeologists from the Antiquities Authority and Tel Aviv University have discovered a huge fortification moat, at least nine meters deep and at least 30 meters wide.
Throughout the last 150 years, many attempts have been made to identify the moat, and now it has been revealed for the first time. The moat was designed to protect the upper city where the temple and the palace were located, and to separate it from the lower city.
Finding a treasure in the debris: An archaeological experience for the whole family
At the Emek Tzurim Archaeological Experience, anyone can become an "archaeologist for a day" and discover a treasure. Many visitors have already participated in sifting debris from the City of David excavations and have found rare and special discoveries
