Temple Mount Sifting Project, Jerusalem

Name: Temple Mount Sifting Project
Address: Emek Tzurim Park, Jerusalem, Israel
Telephone: +972 2-566-7067

#187 among attractions in Jerusalem

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The Temple Mount Sifting Project is an archaeological project begun in 2004 whose aim is the recovery and study of archaeological artifacts contained within debris which was removed from the Temple Mount in Jerusalem without proper archaeological care. ()

Local name: פרויקט סינון העפר מהר הבית Coordinates: 31°47'20"N, 35°14'46"E

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Emek Tzurim Parkבית אורות (byt wrwt)Jerusalem Israel

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+972 2-566-7067

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Temple Mount Sifting Project?

Nearby attractions include Emek Tzurim National Park, Jerusalem (5 min walk), BYU Jerusalem Center, Jerusalem (5 min walk), The Nature Park & Galleries, Jerusalem (6 min walk), Beit Orot, Jerusalem (7 min walk).

How to get to Temple Mount Sifting Project by public transport?

The nearest stations to Temple Mount Sifting Project:

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To go to jordan (25 min walk)
Green Palestinian Bus Station (27 min walk)