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Masada (Hebrew: מְצָדָה məṣādā, "fortress"; Arabic: جبل مسعدة) is an ancient fortification in southern Israel, situated on top of an isolated rock plateau, akin to a mesa. It is located on the eastern edge of the Judaean Desert , overlooking the Dead Sea 20 km (12 mi) east of Arad .
Dec 7, 2017 · Masada is an ancient stone fortress in Israel, built by King Herod and a refuge for Jewish rebels during the Roman siege. Learn about its history, architecture, excavations and significance as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The siege of Masada was one of the final events in the First Jewish–Roman War, occurring from 72 to 73 AD on and around a hilltop in present-day Israel. The siege is known to history via a single source, Flavius Josephus , [3] a Jewish rebel leader captured by the Romans , in whose service he became a historian.
Masada is a dramatically located site of great natural beauty overlooking the Dead Sea, a rugged natural fortress on which the Judaean king Herod the Great constructed a sumptuous palace complex in classical Roman style.
Jul 1, 2024 · Masada, ancient mountaintop fortress in southeastern Israel, site of the Jews’ last stand against the Romans after the fall of Jerusalem in 70 ce. It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2001.
Masada, an ancient fortress atop a high plateau in the Judean Desert, was the site of the last remaining stronghold of Jewish forces during their 1st-century revolt against the Romans. Masada is currently one of the most popular tourist attractions in Israel .
Conquer the Legend at Masada! Step into a saga of heroism and defiance at Masada National Park. This UNESCO World Heritage site, perched atop a desert plateau, offers a stirring narrative of ancient zealots’ last stand against Roman legions.
