Migdal Synagogue, Ancient synagogue ruins in Magdala, Israel.
The synagogue structure contains stone benches against decorated walls, colored frescoes, and mosaic floors covering 120 square meters near the Sea of Galilee.
The synagogue dates from the Second Temple period, making it among the earliest Jewish places of worship discovered during excavations by the Israel Antiquities Authority in 2009.
The synagogue walls display carved designs including the Magdala stone, which contains the first known menorah relief from the Second Temple period in a Jewish setting.
Visitors can explore the excavated ruins through guided tours that explain the architectural elements and display recovered artifacts from daily life in ancient Magdala.
A second synagogue from the same period was found in December 2021, constructed with basalt and limestone, featuring a main hall and two additional chambers.
Location: Northern District
GPS coordinates: 32.82647,35.51482
Latest update: May 26, 2025 03:48
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