Tel es-Sultan
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Paco T
Soral, Switzerland4 contributions
Nov 2021
This is the place to be in Jericho, the remains of the oldest city in the world. Being passionate about history and archeology I enjoyed it and knew a few things about the place, but for peoples who don't know anything about it or aren't interested about History, this isn't a place to go, because the ruins aren't in good condition, there are few of them, and not so much explanation on the site.
But the person at the entrance is very sympathetic, and after my visit he proposed me to offer me a tea and sit with him to talk a bit
But the person at the entrance is very sympathetic, and after my visit he proposed me to offer me a tea and sit with him to talk a bit
Written November 11, 2021
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Daniel L
Apex, NC791 contributions
Aug 2023 • Solo
Ultimately how much you like this place depends on how interested you are in the history of the area. At the end of the day, it's a pile of rubble...I thought it was pretty cool.
Cheap to enter so no harm to check it out at least.
Cheap to enter so no harm to check it out at least.
Written December 5, 2023
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Bethlehem, Palestinian Territories59 contributions
Jun 2023 • Business
Very historical site , the ancient city of Jericho in Palestinian Territories. If you are interested in history, you shouldn't miss the unique place which contains ruins aged more than 10000 years old.it contains remains of walls, tower and bricks dated to different periods. Elisha's Spring is the source of life near the site. Palestine Tours
Written July 19, 2023
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Nancy A
7 contributions
May 2023 • Friends
It was so amazing to see these famous ruins of the walls of Jericho. Definitely worth seeing. A very friendly and welcoming shopkeeper came to pass out large chocolate covered dates with an almond inside. They were wrapped in gold foil and were delicious. Unfortunately we couldn’t stay to visit his shop and buy some, but I highly recommend his dates.
Written May 1, 2023
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Abrumar
Shrewsbury, UK303 contributions
Sep 2012 • Couples
Jericho is barely 20 miles from Jerusalem and can be reached via a modern "motorway" style road. As Jericho is the lowest city on earth, 250 metres below sea level, and Jerusalem is about 400 metres above sea level, the coach could have coasted all the way to the ancient city. On the way we passed the Inn of the Good Samaritan, remember him? We also stopped to view the Zacheus Sycamore. The highlight of the trip was to climb the Tel es-Sultan. The escavations have shown that there at least 23 levels of civilisations to have occupied the Mound. The earliest dated 8000 BC. From the summit of the Tel can be seen Elisha's Spring which was the main reason for Jericho's existence in the first place and provides the city's water to this day. At the bottom of the Mound there are gift shops, restaurants and toilets.
About two kilometres to the north of the Tel is the Mount of Temptation where Jesus was tempted twice by the Devil. Towards the top of the mountain is a 19th century Greek Monastery. This can be reached by cable car. Unfortunately, due to the time constraints of our tour, we could not take advantage of this. A pity, because the views from the Monastery must be wonderful.
About two kilometres to the north of the Tel is the Mount of Temptation where Jesus was tempted twice by the Devil. Towards the top of the mountain is a 19th century Greek Monastery. This can be reached by cable car. Unfortunately, due to the time constraints of our tour, we could not take advantage of this. A pity, because the views from the Monastery must be wonderful.
Written September 25, 2012
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Aaron G
Los Angeles, CA345 contributions
Oct 2017 • Friends
You don't even have to be a history or religious buff to appreciate this site. Though carbon dating indicates that the walls did not fall at the time described in the Bible, it's still amazing to see the site we've heard about so much. It's also a great view of Jericho. The guide there, Achmed, was very helpful and informative.
Written October 25, 2017
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16 contributions
Jul 2019 • Friends
The history of Jericho is very interesting and Tel es-Sultan is worth a visit if you enjoy archaeology, but there is very little to see in terms of actual ruins. Though it is amazing that anything has been preserved at all given how old the ruins are, all that's really left are a few walls at the bottom of a pit. I personally did not feel it was worth going so far out of the way for.
Written July 20, 2019
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njmalone
Greenville, SC20 contributions
Feb 2018 • Couples
Be sure and ask to see the video! After seeing this, go to the Rockefeller Museum in Jerusalem to see some of the great artifacts.
Written February 22, 2018
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Guze79
18 contributions
Aug 2015 • Friends
Few site rival Jericho's Tell es-Sultan, for its importance, and the impressive finds dating back even to the pre-Pottery Neolithic. Admittedly, it is not always immediately comprehensible to the non-specialist ... but the impressive neolithic stone tower, and the Early Bronze and Middle Bronze Age walls and tower are clear reminders of ancient Jericho's important past.
At the entrance ticket booth, do ask to see the introductory video to the site, which give you a great 15 minute introduction, explaining the history of the site, and showing also key finds that are now in museums in Jerusalem and worldwide.
At the entrance ticket booth, do ask to see the introductory video to the site, which give you a great 15 minute introduction, explaining the history of the site, and showing also key finds that are now in museums in Jerusalem and worldwide.
Written August 21, 2015
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C David A
United Kingdom115 contributions
Nov 2019 • Friends
After an enjoyable visit of the Mount of Temptation, we crossed the street to the Ancient City site. Upon paying a 10 NIS admission each for the four of us, we were told to follow an old guide who was standing near the entrance - we did not request his service but he started following us and took it upon himself to be our guide. A minute later he asked, “How much will you pay me?” We we’re surprised and asked him how much he usually charged, but he kept asking us what we thought would be the right amount. We decided not to continue the useless dialogue and kept walking to the first stopping point.
This guide proceeded to tell us what was already explained on the display. We saw the whole site consisting of nothing more than earthy foundations (we were also annoyed by this guide’s lack of professionalism) and decided to cut the visit short. On the way back, he started pressing for his fee, and hinted that we were rich so we should pay him well. When we suggested 20 NIS for his 5 minutes worth of time, he stopped and gestured dramatically, “This is NOTHING!” He pulled out a wad of US bills to exaggerate his “worth” and refused to take our offer. We were disgusted by him and decided to just leave, when he seemed to have changed his mind and asked for the 20 NIS. Upon receiving it, though, he dramatically tore the bill in half in front of us. We just shook our heads in disbelief and left, leaving him babbling verbal insults at us.
What we want everyone to know is, 1) This site is perhaps very ancient, but the information behind is not that deep, and much of it already explained on the posted display boards. You do not need a guide. 2) If you’re interested in hiring a guide, settle on the price first. Do not allow the ambiguity of price to be exploited by a professional extortionist like this guide we met. 3) The whole site is understandably dusty, and fully exposed under the sun with no shades, which makes it hard to linger around on a sunny day, even in November.
Jericho is worth a visit, with several historically significant sites that we enjoyed - don’t let our story stop you from visiting. Just watch out when you sense a strange feeling of uneasiness!
This guide proceeded to tell us what was already explained on the display. We saw the whole site consisting of nothing more than earthy foundations (we were also annoyed by this guide’s lack of professionalism) and decided to cut the visit short. On the way back, he started pressing for his fee, and hinted that we were rich so we should pay him well. When we suggested 20 NIS for his 5 minutes worth of time, he stopped and gestured dramatically, “This is NOTHING!” He pulled out a wad of US bills to exaggerate his “worth” and refused to take our offer. We were disgusted by him and decided to just leave, when he seemed to have changed his mind and asked for the 20 NIS. Upon receiving it, though, he dramatically tore the bill in half in front of us. We just shook our heads in disbelief and left, leaving him babbling verbal insults at us.
What we want everyone to know is, 1) This site is perhaps very ancient, but the information behind is not that deep, and much of it already explained on the posted display boards. You do not need a guide. 2) If you’re interested in hiring a guide, settle on the price first. Do not allow the ambiguity of price to be exploited by a professional extortionist like this guide we met. 3) The whole site is understandably dusty, and fully exposed under the sun with no shades, which makes it hard to linger around on a sunny day, even in November.
Jericho is worth a visit, with several historically significant sites that we enjoyed - don’t let our story stop you from visiting. Just watch out when you sense a strange feeling of uneasiness!
Written November 19, 2019
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I am interested in visiting the unfallen wall of Jericho (known to have been Rahab’s house). Is there a lot of walking involved to get to this part of the ruins? How much time should be spent on this site? Thanks
Written November 22, 2022
A Tripadvisor member
Abbotsford, Canada
What video?! They never said anything about a video, and there seemed to be little to no information up there. We were very disappointed.
Written April 5, 2018
I went as part of a tour group. We were not shown a video, however our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable about the area and explained the significance of the tel.
There’s so much history in the area that to tackle a visit without a licensed guide would be a definite disappointment.
Written April 6, 2018
Yes. When we arrived with our driver we had the option to use a local tour guide for 10 USD or go it ourselves.
The town was inviting as well. We walked around with our four children for an hour or so and grabbed dinner as well.
Written October 25, 2017
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