Western Wall Tunnel, Archaeological tunnel beneath Old City, Jerusalem, Israel
The Western Wall Tunnel extends 488 meters underneath the Muslim Quarter, revealing sections of the ancient temple retaining walls and underground structures.
King Herod initiated the construction of four massive retaining walls around the Temple Mount in 19 BCE, with portions remaining after the Temple destruction.
The tunnel contains Warren's Gate, which housed a small synagogue where Jewish people gathered to pray near the former Temple ruins.
Visitors must join scheduled guided tours lasting 75 minutes, with advance reservations required through the Western Wall Heritage Foundation.
The tunnel features the Western Stone, a monumental block measuring 14 meters in length and weighing 570 tons, demonstrating ancient construction methods.
Location: Jerusalem
GPS coordinates: 31.77698,35.23447
Latest update: May 31, 2025 09:04
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