Robinson's Arch

Robinson's Arch is a stone structure in Jerusalem's Old City that once connected people to the Temple Mount. The remains show carefully worked blocks of Jerusalem stone, still visible today.

American scholar Edward Robinson identified this structure in 1838 and recognized its connection to the Second Temple period. It originally served as a stepped bridge providing access to the Temple complex.

The arch was part of a pathway that guided people up to the Temple Mount. It served as a passage for worshippers climbing toward religious sites.

The structure sits near the Western Wall and can be viewed through the Jerusalem Archaeological Park and the Davidson Center. Visitors should explore the site early in the day to allow time for the exhibitions.

The structure displays advanced stonecutting techniques from antiquity, with trapezoid-shaped blocks fitted together with precision. This craftsmanship allowed the construction to survive for millennia.

Location: Jerusalem

Inception: 20 BCE

Made from material: Jerusalem stone

Part of: Second Temple

GPS coordinates: 31.77583,35.23461

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:20