Tel Bnei Brak

Tel Bnei Brak is an archaeological site in Tel Aviv District containing remains from multiple periods, including the Iron Age and the First and Second Temple eras. The layers of artifacts reveal how different civilizations settled and lived here over centuries.

This location corresponds to the biblical city of Beneberak, mentioned in the Book of Joshua as territory assigned to the Tribe of Dan. The ancient settlement reflects the early distribution of tribal lands in the region.

The location appears in ancient Aramaic texts documenting Sennacherib's military campaigns, listed alongside other biblical settlements. These written records connect this place to a significant moment in the ancient world.

The archaeological site sits within Ariel Sharon Park, located near a former waste transfer station. Visitors benefit from guided information on site to better understand the different periods and discoveries made here.

Archaeological evidence reveals that residents kept goats grazing under fig trees at this location, reflecting the land's fertility. These glimpses of daily ancient life show what farming practices looked like in that era.

Location: Israeli South Coast

Location: Tel Aviv District

GPS coordinates: 32.03660,34.82139

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:20