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Ancient Samaria Dig Offers Public Chance to Find Artifacts

How 3 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

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First reported by Arutz Sheva · 2 hours ago

What happened

An archaeological center in Samaria is opening to the public during Sukkot, allowing families to sift through excavated soil for ancient artifacts. The site, believed to be ancient Samaria, the capital of the Kingdom of Israel, has yielded numerous finds, including a possible statue fragment.

  • 01Public can sift soil for artifacts at ancient Samaria site during Sukkot.
  • 02Excavations have uncovered coins, pottery, and a possible Aphrodite statue fragment.
  • 03Ancient Samaria was the capital of the Kingdom of Israel.
  • 04The event includes a "Race to a Million" game across local heritage sites.

Summary translated & synthesized from the sources below by baba. Read each original for the full report.

In this story
People
Yossi Dagan
OrganizationsTreasures of Samaria
PlacesSamaria, Shavei Shomron, Sukkot, Kingdom of Israel, Hellenistic period, Masuadiya, Sa-Nur, Khomes

Full coverage · 3 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

0404Right · Hebrew2 hours ago
Ancient Samaria Dig Offers Public Chance to Find Artifacts
SrugimRight · Hebrew2 hours ago
Ancient Samaria Excavations Open to Public for Treasure Hunting
Arutz ShevaRight · Hebrew2 hours ago
Ancient Samaria Excavation Site Opens to Public During Sukkot Holiday

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