Ancient Jerusalem Aqueduct Section Found Ahead of New Neighborhood Construction
Summarized from The Times of Israel by baba
Archaeologists in Jerusalem have discovered a 300-meter section of a 2,000-year-old aqueduct that supplied water to the Temple Mount. The find occurred ahead of plans to build a new neighborhood in southern Jerusalem, where the ancient remains are intended to be integrated into the development. This "engineering marvel" highlights ancient ingenuity in bringing water to the city. The Israel Antiquities Authority plans to incorporate the aqueduct into a park and promenade for the new community.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- A 300-meter section of a 2,000-year-old aqueduct was uncovered in southern Jerusalem.
- The aqueduct once supplied water from springs south of Bethlehem to Jerusalem's Temple Mount.
- The discovery was made during planning for a new residential neighborhood near Ramat Rachel.
- Archaeologists and planners aim to integrate the ancient aqueduct into the future neighborhood's design.
- The aqueduct is described as an "engineering marvel" that remained in use for about 1,000 years.
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