Ancient Hasmonean Aqueduct Section Unearthed in Jerusalem
Summarized from All Israel News by baba
Archaeologists in southern Jerusalem have uncovered a 300-meter section of the 2,000-year-old Hasmonean Lower Aqueduct. This ancient system transported water from Solomon's Pools to the Temple Mount and was in use until about 100 years ago. The Israel Antiquities Authority plans to create a park to showcase this engineering achievement. The discovery offers insights into ancient water supply and urban development.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- A 300-meter section of Jerusalem's 2,000-year-old Hasmonean Lower Aqueduct was recently uncovered.
- The aqueduct supplied water from Solomon's Pools to the Temple Mount for ceremonial and practical uses.
- The engineering marvel, dating to the Hasmonean dynasty, was in intermittent use until approximately 100 years ago.
- The Israel Antiquities Authority plans to develop a park to allow public access to the aqueduct.
- The discovery occurred south of Kibbutz Ramat Rachel during construction of a new neighborhood.
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