Tell Kashish

Tell Kashish rises 56 meters above the Jezreel Valley floor, measuring 270 meters long and 160 meters wide at its base near the Kishon River.

Archaeological excavations at Tell Kashish revealed settlements from the Early Bronze Age, with transitions from unfortified dwellings to fortified structures around 3000 BCE.

The site contains multiple layers of civilization, from Neolithic flint tools to Persian period remains, demonstrating continuous human habitation across different periods.

Visitors can access Tell Kashish through the Northern District's road network, with the site located approximately 2 kilometers north of ancient Yokneam.

The western section of Tell Kashish stands 5 meters higher than its eastern counterpart, creating distinct archaeological zones with different settlement patterns.

Location: Northern District

Elevation above the sea: 56 m

Part of: Valley in Palestine

GPS coordinates: 32.68518,35.10962

Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:03