Gan HaGat, Archaeological garden in Tel Aviv, Israel
Gan HaGat is an archaeological garden in Tel Aviv that preserves the remains of an ancient wine press from the Hellenistic period. The structure features three functional parts: a flat surface for pressing grapes, a shallow collection tank, and a deeper basin below.
Excavations during the 1950s revealed a wine press dating from the Hellenistic period, roughly between 400 and 200 BC. The discovery led to the site's preservation and transformation into a public garden space.
The name means 'Wine Press Garden' in Hebrew, and the municipality has planted trees that appear in biblical texts, including olive, palm, and pomegranate varieties. These plantings connect the space to the region's agricultural past and traditional land use.
This space is open during daylight hours and requires no admission fee to enter. Along with the archaeological features, there is modern playground equipment for children, making it a practical stop for families visiting the area.
A hidden staircase next to the wine press descends into an underground chamber with kurkar rock walls and a water fountain that flows from stone. This subterranean space creates an unexpected contrast with the open garden above.
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