Tel Afula

The Tell Afula archaeological site contains a square fortress measuring 19 meters on each side, constructed with stones from Roman-era sarcophagi.

The fortress at Tell Afula dates from the Mamluk period and shows evidence of continuous occupation from the Late Chalcolithic to the Ayyubid era.

Archaeological excavations at Tell Afula have uncovered multiple layers of civilization, revealing artifacts from Persian and Roman periods of rule.

The site provides researchers and visitors access to preserved architectural elements that demonstrate construction methods from different historical periods.

The fortress walls incorporate repurposed Roman sarcophagi as building materials, presenting an example of material reuse in medieval construction.

GPS coordinates: 32.60570,35.29000

Latest update: March 6, 2025 14:26