Finger of Og, Archaeological site in Russian Compound, Jerusalem, Israel.
The Finger of Og features a monolithic stone pillar measuring twelve meters in length, constructed from local stone material near the Russian Compound.
During construction in the 19th century, workers discovered this massive pillar dating back to the Second Temple period, intended for Herod's architectural projects.
The stone pillar connects to regional folklore through its name, referencing the biblical figure of Og, a king of Bashan mentioned in ancient texts.
The archaeological site maintains unrestricted access throughout the year and sits near the Tower of David Museum in central Jerusalem.
A visible flaw in the stone structure explains why this massive pillar remained at its original quarrying location instead of being transported elsewhere.
Location: Israel
GPS coordinates: 31.78150,35.22236
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:11
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