Phasael tower, Ancient defensive tower in Old City, Jerusalem, Israel.
The Phasael Tower rises 145 feet tall as part of a three-tower complex at the northwestern corner of Jerusalem's First Wall.
King Herod constructed this defensive structure during his reign, naming it after his brother Phasael who died while imprisoned.
The structure became known as the Tower of David during the Byzantine period when people connected the location to Biblical Mount Zion.
Visitors can access the tower through the Citadel entrance and climb to the top for views over Jerusalem's Old City.
The base retains sixteen original stone courses from the Herodian period, while later builders added smaller stones to increase its height.
Location: Jerusalem
GPS coordinates: 31.77608,35.22803
Latest update: March 4, 2025 14:04
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