Tel Motza temple, Archaeological shrine in Motza, Israel.
The temple complex contains stone walls, ceremonial chambers, and ritual spaces dating from the Iron Age period near Jerusalem.
Archaeological excavations in 2012 revealed a temple structure from the First Temple period with evidence of organized religious ceremonies.
The religious compound provides evidence of ancient Near Eastern worship practices through discovered altars, figurines, and ceremonial vessels.
The archaeological site requires advance coordination with the Israel Antiquities Authority for visits and research purposes.
Researchers discovered animal bones and pottery fragments indicating regular offerings and ritual ceremonies performed by ancient inhabitants.
Location: Motza
GPS coordinates: 31.79445,35.16378
Latest update: May 11, 2025 18:14
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