Bar'am National Park, Ancient synagogue ruins near Sasa, Israel
The limestone synagogue at Bar'am National Park displays intricate architectural details with columns, arches, and decorative stone carvings from the Talmudic period.
The village within Bar'am National Park experienced continuous habitation from the first to seventh centuries, with the synagogue construction dating to 400 CE.
The park contains both a Talmudic-period synagogue and a Maronite church, representing the different religious communities that inhabited this elevated location.
Located at 755 meters above sea level, the national park maintains regular visiting hours and offers marked paths to explore the archaeological structures.
The synagogue's doorway features three entrances with ornate stone decorations, demonstrating the advanced building techniques of ancient craftsmen in northern Israel.
Inception: 1966
Height: 755 m
GPS coordinates: 33.04389,35.41418
Latest update: March 6, 2025 14:27
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