““And he-Hezekiah-stopped up the source of the waters of the upper Gihon, and he led them straight down on the west to the City of David (2 Chronicles 32:30)” The “Gihon Spring” tunnels, mentioned ...

Historically, Jerusalem has always been vulnerable to drought with the consequent danger of famine and starvation. There are very few natural water resources in this city. Jerusalem is perched on top ...

Archaeologists have discovered an ancient dam in Jerusalem’s City of David – not far from the body of water where Jesus famously healed a blind man. Officials noted in an Aug. 30 release that the wall ...

We are excited to take you on an unforgettable journey from the City of David down the ancient water system to the Gihon Spring. With many exciting stops, Doron and Tamara take us on a tour of the ...

At least 20 shark teeth were found in a structure near the Gihon spring that was probably part of the original water system in the Old City of Jerusalem. A significant number of shark teeth dating ...

A public water reservoir dating to the First Temple period has been discovered next to the Western Wall. (Photo: Vladimir Naykhin/IAA) Reuters An underground, rock-hewn water reservoir dating to the ...