Adullam, Archaeological site in Nahal Hevron, Israel
Adullam is an archaeological site in the Nahal Hevron region of Israel that exposes remains from several settlement layers. The excavation reveals stone walls, burial chambers, and parts of residential buildings spanning different eras.
People lived here continuously from the Canaanite period through the Second Temple era, a span of more than 2000 years. The successive layers show how the settlement evolved through numerous shifts in rule and culture.
The name Adullam appears in religious writings as the refuge where David fled, and visitors today still come to trace this biblical connection. The site draws hikers and pilgrims alike who want to follow the footsteps of the old narratives.
Marked paths lead from the Adullam Caves Park entrance to the excavation, and tours can be arranged through the Israeli nature and park authority. A visit works best in the cooler morning hours since the site is partly exposed and shade is sparse.
Below the surface stretches a sprawling network of caves and tunnels that once served as living quarters and storage. These underground spaces offered shelter and cooling during hot summer months and reveal the adaptability of the people who lived here.
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