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Coordinates: 31°46′25″N. The City of David ( Hebrew: עיר דוד, romanized : ʿĪr Davīd ), known locally mostly as Wadi Hilweh ( Arabic: وادي حلوة ), [1] is the name given to an archaeological site considered by most scholars to be the original settlement core of Jerusalem during the Bronze and Iron Ages.
Explore the archaeological sites and history of the City of David, the ancient Jebusite city and the royal palace of David. See photos, maps, and related websites of the excavations and discoveries in Area G.
Mar 2, 2024 · Learn about the history and attractions of the City of David, the ancient core settlement in Jerusalem. Find out how to visit, where to park, and what to see, including Hezekiah's Tunnel, the Givati excavations, and the Hallelujah night show.
The City of David - another term for the Jerusalem of ancient times - was located on a narrow ridge south of the present-day Old City. It borders the deep Kidron Valley to the East, where the Gihon Spring, the city’s main water source, is located. The archeological exploration of the City of David began in the middle of the 19th century and ...
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Explore the ancient site where King David established his capital and pitched a tent for the Ark of the Covenant. See excavations, clay seals, and water systems that reveal the history and culture of Jerusalem.
City of David/Hezekiah’s Tunnel & Pool of Siloam. Jerusalem (Yeru-shalayim), usually translated from Hebrew as “the City of Peace,” is the crown jewel of Israel that shines at 2,500 feet above sea level. Jerusalem is a large, modern city today, but the “proper” City of David was much smaller. The ancient City of David sat on the ...
The Biblical City of David. Walk in the footsteps of the kings and prophets, through underground passageways and in the waters of the Siloam tunnel (Hezekiah’s tunnel) by flashlights. Duration: 3 hours. From 45 NIS per ticket. (Ticket prices may vary depending on discounts and ticket selection)
