Tel Azeka, located in the lush Valley of Elah in central Israel, was an ancient city, perched on a hill overlooking the valley. It has been the backdrop for some of the most famous biblical and historical events, most notably the legendary battle between David and Goliath.
Tel Gezer, one of Israel’s most significant archaeological sites, is strategically located and frequently mentioned in historical texts, provides a vivid window into the past civilizations that once thrived here.
The Notre Dame French Compound is a stunning grand complex with beautiful architecture and serene atmosphere located just outside the ancient walls of Jerusalem’s Old City.
Excavations at Ketef Hinnom in the 1970s revealed a series of rock-hewn burial chambers based on natural caverns. These chambers date back to the Iron Age, specifically the 7th and 6th centuries BCE.
Hezekiah’s Tunnel is an underground aqueduct from the 8th Century BC. It is a marvel of engineering that is carved meticulously through solid rock. It is from a time when the city braced itself against impending Assyrian aggression.
The Pool of Siloam was built during the reign of King Hezekiah in the 8th century BCE. According to the Gospel of John, it was at the Siloam Pool where Jesus healed a blind man.
King David’s Tomb is traditionally located on Mount Zion in Jerusalem, in a building complex that also houses the Cenacle, the site of the Last Supper.