Israel-s Archaeological Treasures - The Mediterranean Coast

GODDESS OF VICTORY,  ASHKELON
This marble Greek Goddess of Victory was discovered in Ashkelon. Once a Philistine harbor city, Ashkelon is among the world's oldest cities. Lying along the Via Maris which linked ancient Egypt and Syria, the city was conquered by Assyrians, Babylonians, Greeks and Romans.

		ROMAN THEATER,  CAESAREA
		Further north along the Mediterranean coast we arrive at the Roman Port of Caesarea, where today Crusader ruins compete with this reconstructed Roman

Theater for archaeologists and tourists attention. In ancient times witnessing mass executions, now this arena is used for concerts during the summer Israel Festival.

ROMAN AQUEDUCT,  CAESAREA
Stretching north from Caesarea, this Roman aqueduct once flowed with fresh spring water from Mount Carmel.

		ANCIENT PORT OF  ACCO
		The ancient port of Acco, mentioned over 3500 years ago by Pharaoh Tutmoses III has seen many conquerors. Today its Crusader sea walls and battlements remain a testimony to its past.

ARCHAEOLOGICAL  VOLUNTEERS
Israel attracts archaeological volunteers of various age from all parts of the world. These American seniors, excavating a site in Nahariya, are on the B'nai Brith A.R.I. Program (Active Retirees in Israel) a 3 month combined work and touring experience.