Tel Zeton

Tel Zeton is an archaeological mound in Bnei Brak that rises 9 meters above the surrounding ground and covers about 3 dunams. The layers contain remains of structures, pottery, tools, and objects from multiple periods spanning thousands of years.

The mound was occupied from the Middle Bronze Age through the Mamluk period, with each era leaving its own layers. This sequence shows how the region experienced repeated settlement across thousands of years.

An inscribed ostracon discovered here links the site to Persian-period Jewish settlement and ancient texts. This connection to written records gives the place relevance for understanding settlement patterns in antiquity.

The site is located south of the Yarkon River and is relatively accessible, though visitor facilities are limited. It is best visited with proper footwear and during organized excavations or guided tours when expert guidance is available.

A stamp seal from the Persian period bearing marks of Achaemenid administration was discovered among decorative ceramics at the site. This artifact shows that the location was part of a larger network of ancient administrative systems.

Location: Bnei Brak

GPS coordinates: 32.09956,34.83701

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:20