Historical Site

Masada

A view of the Dead Sea, museum, and one of the Tenth Legion's base camps from the summit of Masada. Jul 20, 2016. Photo by Andrew McIntire/TPS. *** Local Caption *** מצדה ים המלח

Masada – Snake Path

The Snake Path is an ancient route to the summit, offering hikers a challenging climb to the top of Masada.

Masada – View of the Roman Ramp

A view of the Roman ramp built to breach the Sicarii defenses of Masada in the first Jewish-Roman war.

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A ballista stone lies intact at the top of Masada

Masada – Mosiacs

Some of Masada's mosiacs have remained in good condition.

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A view of the Dead Sea, museum, and one of the Tenth Legion's base camps from the summit of Masada.

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The sunrise over the Dead Sea as seen from the walls of Masada

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