Jerusalem archaeology

Ancient tunnel with unknown age, purpose found near Kibbutz Ramat Rachel ahead of Jerusalem Day

After descending a set of ancient stairs from the surface, archaeologists found themselves standing at the hewn opening of the tunnel, found to be filled with hundreds of years of ancient sewage.

The mysterious, ancient tunnel found near Kibbutz Ramat Rachel on the outskirts of Jerusalem, May 14, 2026.
Hasmonean-era coin depicted the seven-branched menorah (L) and silver tetradrachm minted in Ashkelon during the Persian period (R) which were returned to Israel from the United States earlier this week, May 13, 2026.

US returns two rare, ancient coins to Israel following joint antiquities theft investigation

Ancient bullae found in Jerusalem, May 1, 2026.

IAA reveals new study focused on ancient Jerusalem bullae in honor of Israel Excellence Week

THE RITUAL purification bath (mikveh) from the Second Temple period.

Israel uncovers Second Temple-period mikveh beneath Western Wall


2,700-year-old biblical fortress in Jerusalem undergoes restoration

The citadel might have been part of a network of defensive structures to protect the capital at the time of the Kings of Judah.

 Aerial view of the fortress on the French Hill before restoration.

What was Jewish life in Israel like at the time of the Mishna and Talmud?

A new exhibition by the Israel Antiquities Authority at the Yigal Allon Center in Kibbutz Ginossar offers a glimpse of the centuries when Jewish sages managed to rebuild a community in the Galilee.

 An oil candle bearing the model of the seven-branched lamp that was unveiled at the Usha site on the Sanhedrin Trail.

Archaeology, hikes, and fun for kids: Tour Jerusalem's hills

The Jerusalem Post Magazine takes you to Tel Tzuba and Sataf, both located in the outskirt hills of Jerusalem, offering local fun and a trove of history.

 Tel Tzuba

Archaeologists find 2,700-year-old toilet in luxurious palace in Jerusalem

The extraordinary find sheds light on life under the kings of Judah: "Only the rich could afford toilets."

 The rare stone toilet is 2700 years old. Most likely used by one of the dignitaries of Jerusalem.

What did biblical Jerusalem look like some 2,500 years ago?

JPost One-on-One Zoomcast, Episode 34 - Rossella Tercatin and Prof. Yuval Gadot, archaeology and ancient near eastern cultures at Tel-Aviv University.

Site from the First Temple Period at the Arnona Excavation.

New visitor center planned for Broad Wall in Jerusalem's Old City

The Broad Wall was built in 701 BC by King Hezekiah to protect Jerusalem against the conquest by the Assyrian king, Sennacherib.

New visitor center planned for Jewish Quarter of the Old City of Jerusalem

New elevator, tunnel to provide accessible entry to Jerusalem’s Old City

Along with providing an accessible route to the Jaffa Gate, the project will also open up archaeological finds to the public.

Accessible entrance, archaeological site planned for Jaffa Gate area

3000-year-old temple-era gold bead found by 9-year-old Jerusalem boy

The bead was so well preserved, that when the boy brought the bead to the supervising archaeologist, he initially wrote it off as likely being an unidentified modern object.

First Temple-era gold granule bead

Iconic Tower of David to display new finds in major $40 million renewal

Jerusalem Mayor: Tower of David links Old City of Jerusalem to new city; and its renovation benefits the entire urban landscape

Work at the Tower of David on October 26, 2020.

Meet the man in charge of archaeology in Jerusalem

Yuval Baruch has headed the Jerusalem division at the Israel Antiquities Authority for over ten years.

Yuval Baruch.