Israel boasts of being in the list of top tourist destinations globally, which it indeed deserves for attractive cities, happening night life and for some of world’s best beaches like those in Tel Aviv. There is no dearth of must visit spots or activities in Israel. In cities, especially in Tel Aviv, the social environment is one of the most liberal, here you can do night parties at beach clubs, gamble in casinos, dine at finest of restaurants and so on. However, there is something that’s more precious as compared to these modern cultures; it’s the rich history of Israel. The hospitality industry has also mushroomed and Tel Aviv’s affordable hotels are always ready to deliver world class luxury services at lower prices.
Today, the architectural heritage and reminiscences of historically significance archeological sites attract history lovers, religious crowd, and archeologists. Most of these sites are located near Tel Aviv. You can choose the most refreshing accommodations ranging from beach apartments for rent at sunny apartments in Tel Aviv and then make a visit to these sites.
We have listed below five such sites of archeological and cultural significance. Most of these sites are now preserved as national parks or are declared UNESCO Heritage Sites.
Masada - It’s an ancient fortress overlooking the Dead Sea that was built by Herod the Great – the Roman king. The Northern Palace is built on rock terraces, and it has a number of historical feature to showcase like a semicircular balcony, colonnaded halls, painting, public bathhouse excavated atop the plateau, clay pots, gigantic cisterns, ritual baths etc. Historians and archeologists had found over 5,000 coin and hundreds of skeletons during excavation.
Tzippori – This place is the traditional birthplace of Mary, and was known as an important scholarly city in Lower Galilee, west of Nazreth. It was destroyed by the Romans following rebellion. Before that, Herod had conquered it in 37 BCE and rule for 33 years. Here, you can find evidences of one of the most devastating earthquake around 363 BCE. The rebuilt structures show a mix of Christians and Jews style architecture from the fifth century. The ruins of Crusader church and Crusader fortress still tells ancient tales.
Beit Guvrin-Maresha - Spread in approximately 1,250 acres of rolling hills in the Judean lowlands, it was called “the land of a thousand caves”. A huge network of bell-shaped quarries, storeroom, burial caves, hideouts and dovecotes including other historical features offer a treat for its audience. Also, it find mention in holy bible regarding Kind Rehoboam of Judah built cities.
Herodion – The place made news when in 2007, remains of Herod the Great’s tomb was discovered after 35 years of digging. Here, you can witness remains of Herodion architectural and cultural treasures in the Judean Desert. It was one of the largest royal places in the Roman-Hellenist era.
Megiddo – Megiddo has a long and bloody archeological history associated with it. Even it’s identified with Armageddon scene where the End of Days is depicted as a battle. It was a well fortified city by the third millennium. Then, there are tales of King David and his son Solomon and the wicked king Ahab attached with the site. You can also get glimpses of late Bronze Age gate (1500-1200 BCE) at the Megiddo Museum.
Today, the architectural heritage and reminiscences of historically significance archeological sites attract history lovers, religious crowd, and archeologists. Most of these sites are located near Tel Aviv. You can choose the most refreshing accommodations ranging from beach apartments for rent at sunny apartments in Tel Aviv and then make a visit to these sites.
We have listed below five such sites of archeological and cultural significance. Most of these sites are now preserved as national parks or are declared UNESCO Heritage Sites.
Masada - It’s an ancient fortress overlooking the Dead Sea that was built by Herod the Great – the Roman king. The Northern Palace is built on rock terraces, and it has a number of historical feature to showcase like a semicircular balcony, colonnaded halls, painting, public bathhouse excavated atop the plateau, clay pots, gigantic cisterns, ritual baths etc. Historians and archeologists had found over 5,000 coin and hundreds of skeletons during excavation.
Tzippori – This place is the traditional birthplace of Mary, and was known as an important scholarly city in Lower Galilee, west of Nazreth. It was destroyed by the Romans following rebellion. Before that, Herod had conquered it in 37 BCE and rule for 33 years. Here, you can find evidences of one of the most devastating earthquake around 363 BCE. The rebuilt structures show a mix of Christians and Jews style architecture from the fifth century. The ruins of Crusader church and Crusader fortress still tells ancient tales.
Beit Guvrin-Maresha - Spread in approximately 1,250 acres of rolling hills in the Judean lowlands, it was called “the land of a thousand caves”. A huge network of bell-shaped quarries, storeroom, burial caves, hideouts and dovecotes including other historical features offer a treat for its audience. Also, it find mention in holy bible regarding Kind Rehoboam of Judah built cities.
Herodion – The place made news when in 2007, remains of Herod the Great’s tomb was discovered after 35 years of digging. Here, you can witness remains of Herodion architectural and cultural treasures in the Judean Desert. It was one of the largest royal places in the Roman-Hellenist era.
Megiddo – Megiddo has a long and bloody archeological history associated with it. Even it’s identified with Armageddon scene where the End of Days is depicted as a battle. It was a well fortified city by the third millennium. Then, there are tales of King David and his son Solomon and the wicked king Ahab attached with the site. You can also get glimpses of late Bronze Age gate (1500-1200 BCE) at the Megiddo Museum.