During the time of the destruction of the second d temple almost 1000 Jews went to this isolated mountain top to escape the Roman Army. This plateau above the desert was built originally by king Herod and at that time was a lavish retreat for him. The Jews who escaped there fended off the Roman Army for 3 years but the night before they were to be captured mass suicide was committed. It was discovered by archeologists and it was an amazing place to visit.
Tram to the top
Our guide telling us about the Roman Baths
One of the baths on the side of the hill.
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