Tel Motza temple, Jerusalem
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Tel Motza or Tel Moẓa is an archaeological site in Motza, on the outskirts of Jerusalem. It includes the remains of a large Neolithic settlement dated to around 8600–8200 BCE, and Iron Age Israelite settlement dating to around 1000 to 500 BCE and identified with the biblical Mozah mentioned in the Book of Joshua. In 2012, Israeli archaeologists announced the discovery of a temple from the Iron Age IIA levels at Motza, contemporary with the First Temple in Jerusalem. ()
Coordinates: 31°47'40"N, 35°9'50"E
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Day trips
Tel Motza temple – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Al-Qastal, Har HaMenuchot, Emeq HaArazim, 9/11 Living Memorial Plaza.
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Which popular attractions are close to Tel Motza temple?
Nearby attractions include Motza, Jerusalem (8 min walk), Emeq HaArazim, Jerusalem (20 min walk), Har Nof, Jerusalem (22 min walk), Mevaseret Zion, Jerusalem (24 min walk).