"Hasmonean Palaces" to open to public during Hanukkah

COMING SOON: Ancient Jewish site damaged by vandalism to reopen during Chanukah. The Hasmonean Palaces, damaged by graffiti and looting, will open to visitors during the holiday following restoration efforts (JNS Staff).

For a report of illegal construction at the site of the palace at Tel Aroma (Tel Aruma) in 2020, see here. In 2023 I noted the Israeli Government conservation project that included the Jericho palaces.

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