The ancient town can be visited
Ancient BuildingBe'er Sheva (בְּאֵר שֶׁבַע ,بئر السبع)
Ancient Town Berosaba (בְּאֵר שֶׁבַע, بئر السبع)
The ancient city of Be'er Sheva, located in southern Israel, is a significant testament to human settlement over millennia. What makes it special are its mentions in biblical texts and the archaeological remains found on Tell Be'er Sheva, which reveal a rich history.
History+
The earliest traces of human settlement on Tell Be'er Sheva date back to the fourth millennium BCE. From around 1100 BCE, a strongly fortified Israelite city developed here. The Bible mentions Be'er Sheva multiple times, particularly in connection with the patriarchs Abraham and Isaac, with Abraham digging a well and making a covenant with Abimelech. Later, Be'er Sheva marked the southern border of the Israelite settlement area. In subsequent centuries, the city remained inhabited and served as a military post for the Maccabees, Romans, and Byzantines. However, after the Arab conquest in the 7th century CE, the city fell into decline. In 2005, the Tell was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Location+
The ancient city of Be'er Sheva is located in the Southern (HaDarom) region of Israel, at an elevation of approximately 294 meters above sea level.
On site+
Today, visitors can explore the remains of the ancient city and gain insight into its long and eventful history.
Nearby+
- Ancient City of Elusa (Ancient Structures), approx. 24.2 km away
- Ancient City of Marissa (תל מראשה) (Ancient Structures), approx. 38.9 km away
- Ancient City of Eleutheropolis (Betogabri) (Ancient Structures), approx. 40.5 km away
- Masada Fortress (מצדה) (Ancient Structures), approx. 49.5 km away
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