Tomb of Samuel

The Tomb of Samuel stands at 884 meters above sea level, featuring a mosque structure with an underground burial chamber and separate prayer sections.

During the Byzantine period in the 6th century, a monastery was built at this location, later transformed into a fortress by Crusaders in the 12th century.

The site holds religious importance for three faiths, with Jews, Christians, and Muslims recognizing it as the burial place of the biblical prophet Samuel.

Visitors can explore both the archaeological remains and religious sections, with the underground chamber converted into a synagogue after 1967.

Archaeological excavations between 1992 and 2003 uncovered settlements from the 8th-7th centuries BCE on the southeastern slope of the hill.

Location: Quds Governorate

Location: Judea and Samaria Area

Elevation above the sea: 884 m

GPS coordinates: 31.83270,35.18010

Latest update: May 14, 2025 17:22