Al-Sinnabra

The excavation area spans 50 acres on a hill spur at the southern shore of the Sea of Galilee, containing multiple ancient settlement layers.

The site includes a palatial complex from 650 CE that served as a winter residence for Umayyad caliphs during the seventh century.

Archaeological investigations revealed a Byzantine church from 450 CE that underwent several modifications and later functioned as an Islamic manor house.

Visitors can examine the remains of ancient walls stretching 1600 meters, which demonstrate the architectural development of different historical periods.

The location features an advanced water distribution system from the Umayyad period, indicating sophisticated engineering capabilities of the early Islamic era.

Location: Northern District

GPS coordinates: 32.71796,35.57186

Latest update: March 6, 2025 14:31