2000-year-old drainage channel in Jerusalem reveals Roman-era urban life through artifacts.

2000-year-old drainage channel discovered in Jerusalem offers a window into Roman-era urban life. The ancient channel, beneath the city's main thoroughfare, contained artifacts such as intact glass vials, grape seeds, 2000-year-old eggshells, and ceramic lamps. These discoveries shed light on the vibrant urban life in Jerusalem during the Second Temple era, revealing the city's prosperity and the events leading up to its destruction in 70 CE.

August 13, 2024
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