Tomb of Zechariah, Rock-cut tomb in Kidron Valley, Israel
The Tomb of Zechariah is a rock-cut monument in the Kidron Valley near Jerusalem that rises above ground with ornate carved columns. The structure was carved from a single stone and stands as part of a grouping with two other monuments in the area.
The monument dates to the Second Temple period about 2000 years ago and was carved as decorative work directly from the cliff face. It was never meant as an actual burial place but rather as an artistic memorial.
Jewish tradition links this monument to a priest whose story appears in ancient religious texts. Visitors can experience a place that holds spiritual significance for those who know its connection to sacred history.
The monument sits in the Kidron Valley next to the Jewish Cemetery on the Mount of Olives and is reached by walking paths. Access is straightforward since the structure is visible from the valley floor and easily approached on foot.
The monument is the only structure in the valley with a pyramid at its top, making it visually distinct from other monuments. This unusual form shows a rare design choice from that ancient period.
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