Usha

The excavated ruins at Usha reveal ancient stone structures, residential buildings, and communal areas spread across multiple terraced levels near Nazareth.

During the Roman period around 135 CE, Usha became a center of Jewish scholarship when the Sanhedrin relocated there following the Bar Kokhba revolt.

The site contains remnants of ritual baths, pottery workshops, and agricultural installations that demonstrate the traditional Jewish practices of its inhabitants.

Visitors can explore the archaeological remains through marked pathways, with informational panels explaining the significance of different structural elements.

Researchers have discovered ancient coins at Usha bearing inscriptions that connect the settlement to important trade routes between Mediterranean coastal cities.

Location: Israel

GPS coordinates: 32.79940,35.14670

Latest update: March 5, 2025 09:30