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Herodian Quarter/Wohl Archaeological Museum

Hakara'im Rd., Jerusalem, Israel
02/628-3448
Model of home of high priest (kohen)
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Ranked #64 of 138 attractions in Jerusalem
4.0 of 5 stars 5 Reviews
Owner description: This excavated complex preserves a 385-foot section of the Upper City near the Temple Mount dating back 2,000 years, which also contains a complex of...... more » Owner description: This excavated complex preserves a 385-foot section of the Upper City near the Temple Mount dating back 2,000 years, which also contains a complex of ritual baths or mikvaot. « less
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Colorado
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
“Interesting small museum”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 21, 2012

Located in Jewish Quarter, this small museum has some very interesting excavations which so how life was like 2000 years ago. Also make sure you see "burnt house" the sister excavation, which is right around the corner-and is included in the ticket price. More

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“Well preserved antiquities from 2nd Temple”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 2, 2011

The Wohl Archeological Museum has taken advantage of the discovery of ruins of residences of the high priests, most probably Sadduces, from around the time of the destruction of the 2nd Temple and have created a fine display and well as a detailed model of the 'reconstructed' residence replete with well preserved mosaics, ritual baths and other interesting details. Well... More

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Jerusalem, Israel
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“Very7 Interesting”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 12, 2011

A chance to see the remains of the city of Jerusalem at the 2nd temple era. The museum is not big , nice, and modern. More

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Los Angeles, CA
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
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“Small but interesting”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 21, 2008
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This museum is hidden in the Jewish Quarter. Upon entrance you go underground to view the remains of 3 homes from the Herodian period. These were most likely the homes of priests who worked in the temple, including Caiphas, who was high priest during the time of Jesus. You can see the remains of frescoes on some of the walls,... More

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Augsburg, Germany
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125 helpful votes 125 helpful votes
“Interessantes Archäologische Museum”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 16, 2012
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