Judaean Mountains, Mountain range between Jerusalem and Hebron, Israel and Palestine
The Judaean Mountains stretch across 1,026 meters in elevation and consist of sedimentary rock formations extending from Ramallah to Beersheba.
The mountains formed the central region of the Kingdom of Judah, establishing the foundation for early Jewish settlements during ancient times.
The Jerusalem Hills in the north and Hebron Hills in the south contain multiple archaeological sites that document centuries of human civilization.
Highway 1 provides direct access through the mountain range, connecting Tel Aviv to Jerusalem with regular train service to Beit Shemesh.
The mountains feature numerous ancient wine presses carved into limestone, indicating an extensive history of wine production dating back thousands of years.
Elevation above the sea: 1,026 m
Made from material: sedimentary rock
Part of: Great Rift Valley
GPS coordinates: 31.66667,35.16667
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:46
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