A mystery in the City of David: What were the mysterious canal facilities from the time of the kings of Judah used for?
The carved canal facilities discovered in the City of David National Park were in use about 2800 years ago. Police investigators were mobilized in order to resolve the mystery, but in the meantime - to no avail.
This is How You Say Shabbat Shalom as a Jerusalemite
"Kabbalat Shabbat", the phrase every Jewish child learns to love from an early age, has long become a widespread Israeli tradition. Over the years, different and varied ceremonies have developed within different communities, adding diverse elements to the familiar symbols of Shabbat evening. These elements often include conversations and sharing, singing and music, and an atmosphere of gathering and togetherness. At our Farm in the Valley, you can experience it all, every Friday.
Awareness regarding accessibility of infrastructure and services has increased in recent years, but in Jerusalem it is still not easy to find sites that offer accessibility, due to topographical, archaeological, and other reasons. The city, which is surrounded by hills, and full of historic locations and an abundance of preserved archaeological sites, is behind in accessible infrastructure to provide equal access for people with disabilities.
A rare pottery amulet, bearing a personal blessing from 1,000 years ago, was uncovered in the City of David
On the tiny object, which is one centimeter in size and was discovered in a dig funded by the City of David, a two-line Arabic inscription was stamped.