Large Stone Structure, Jerusalem
Facts and practical information
The Large Stone Structure is the name given to a set of remains interpreted by the excavator, Israeli archaeologist Eilat Mazar, as being part of a single large public building in the City of David, presumably the oldest settlement core of Jerusalem. Mazar tentatively dated the findings to the tenth to ninth century BCE. Mazar chose this particular name for the alleged structure because of its proximity to another site known as the Stepped Stone Structure. Mazar announced the discovery on the fourth of August 2005, and stated that she believed it may be the remains of King David's palace as recorded in the Books of Samuel. The interpretation of the remains as those of one single building, the suggested date, and the association with King David have all been challenged by other well-known archaeologists. The archaeological dig was funded privately by Roger Hertog, an American banker. ()
Large Stone Structure – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Western Wall, Al-Aqsa Mosque, Menorah, Western Wall Tunnel.
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How to get to Large Stone Structure by public transport?
Bus
- Hativat Yerushalayim/Yitshak Kariv • Lines: 231 (14 min walk)
- Jaffa Gate (15 min walk)