Herodian Underground

The archeological digs of first century residences in the Jewish Quarter over which has been built a major modern residential complex.

The "Burnthouse" exhibit. Don't miss the dramatic presentation. The ruins were are all underground ... buildings are built over them. The advantage to this arrangement for the ruins is that the archeological ... ... treasures are protected by the overhead buildings. The pillars supporting the buildings above have been placed throughout ... ... the ancient houses. The Mosaic floors, heres, are well preserved. They date to the Herodian period, and reflect Hellenistic influences. Some of the archeological ruins have been let un-restored. Evidence of the fires, which destroyed many of these homes in 70 AD ... ... can still be seen throughout this portion of the sector.