Tag: Byzantine
Israeli Archeologists Understand Decline of Byzantine Town in Negev Through Sheep Dung
Researchers studied the management of the ancient garbage sites.
Remarkable Multicolored Roman Period Mosaic Comes to Light in Caesarea
The mosaic was uncovered as part of the largest conservation and reconstruction project ever undertaken in Israel, made possible by a with an investment of close to $30 million by the Edmond de Rothschild Foundation.
Byzantine-Era Lamb Sculpture Discovered at Caesarea Port
Archaeologists discovered a Byzantine-era marble sculpture of a lamb Thursday morning in excavations at Caesarea port in the Caesarea National Park,
Experts suggested that the...
Church from 6th Century Discovered near Tel Aviv-Jerusalem Highway
Widening "Highway 1" has unearthed the church, oil lamps, a mosaic floor and mother-of-pearl shells.
Major 1,500-Year-Old Church and Mosaic Discovered
This archaeological discovery will save Jews from living in homes built over the remains of a church.
PA Archaeological Thief Caught Red-Handed Digging Up Artifacts
Archaeological artifacts are some of Israel’s most cherished treasures. They also are cherished by thieves, but the Antiquities Authority has caught one of them, a PA Arab, red-handed.
Highway Construction Uncovers Spectacular 1500-Year-old Mosaic
The most unexpected benefits from extending Israel’s north-south superhighway has been a wealth of archaeological discoveries, the latest being a spectacular mosaic from the 4th-6th centuries.
Rare 1,500-Year-Old Wine Press and Church Model found in Israel
The ancient port of Ashkelon was a key point for trading Israeli wine. Archaeologists have unearthed a huge wine press and rare ceramic church model near the city’s old highway.