Model of Jerusalem in 2nd Temple Period
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Amazing. A real shock when you reach it quite how big it is. To get a feeling for Jerusalem in the time of Herod it is essential. What an amazing work of art. This to scale view of Jerusalem in it's hay-day is a wonder to feast your eyes on. Then, the museum can take you hours to truly soak it all in. A one stop shop for a COMPLETE overview of the Holy City and Holy Land. Awesome to see the Dead Sea Scrolls and how despite it being so ancient, seeing how it verifies how current bibles are 99% accurate and the differences are mere grammatical differences that don't change the text meaning. The model (sculpture of the ancient Jerusalem) was my favorite part because the guide tells the stories about where different bible events happened in that model of Jerusalem so that you can better understand and visualize the stories told in the bible, and understand/visualize it on that map and where things were with regards to other locations. So cool! Really enhanced my later viewing of the actual, modern temple. Can't get over how huge the temple was relevant to the surrounding community. One of the very interesting and impressive features of the Israel Museum is the the large-scale model of Jerusalem during the Second Temple period. This attraction is located outside the main museum buildings adjacent to the Shrine of the Rock.
Alex Drukpa.Alex Drukpa.
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One of the very interesting and impressive features of the Israel Museum is the the large-scale model of Jerusalem during the Second Temple period. This attraction is located outside the main museum buildings adjacent to the Shrine of the Rock. This is a huge (50:1 scale) model of the city that fills around an acre of space. Here you can view a recreation of what is believed to be the topography and architectural nature of the city in 66 CE. You can walk around the model, viewing from an elevated position which allows you to enjoy its texture, depth and surprising detail. At various places, there are city map displays which identify important buildings and structures. Audio guide numbers are also provided for those interested in hearing more about the buildings and the construction of this model of the city. Overall, we very impressed with this enormous model of ancient Jerusalem. This was easily one of the highlights of our visit to the Israel Museum and a place with spending 20-30+ minutes to enjoy.
BradBrad
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Amazing research and mind boggling craftsmanship. The is a 1:50 scale model of Jerusalem as it existed during 2nd temple period. The model, measuring approximately 2,000 square meters (22,000 sq ft). was commissioned in 1966 by the banker Hans Kroch, the owner of the Holy land Hotel, in memory of his son, Yaakov, an IDF soldier who was killed in the 1947–1949 Palestine war in 1948. The model was designed by Israeli historian and geographer Michael Avi-Yonah based on the writings of Flavius Josephus and other historical sources. The model includes a replica of the Herodian Temple. From 1974, Yoram Tsafrir superintended the Holy land Model of Jerusalem.[2] The model was moved from its original location at the Holy land Hotel in Bayit VeGan, to a new site at the Israel Museum in June 2006.
PM VelankarPM Velankar
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The Second Temple Jerusalem Model recreates the city of 66 CE at the height of its glory. It is very detailed and historically accurate, based on descriptions from Jewish sources and the writings of the historian Josephus Flavius. The model is very impressive and gives you deeper understanding of what Israeli people lost when Jerusalem was destroyed and the Temple burnt down by Romans. It might be an interesting task to try to find on this model things which still exists in the Old City of today.
Reut GolinskyReut Golinsky
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The model helps you see, how the city looked at the time. It's different from today, when only remnants of these old structures are present (such as Antonia Fortress, Robinson arc..). Interesting, the Dome of the Rock may _not_ be standing on the _exact_ place of the Temple building: note how it's entrance to the Temple is exactly opposite the Golden gate (now sealed), whereas the Dome of the Rock is located a bit south (left on this picture).
Stas CherkasskyStas Cherkassky
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Such an impressive 1:50 scale model of Jerusalem in the late second temple period or 516 BCE and 70 CE. The model was created in 1966, the original model location was the Holyland Hotel, it was moved to the Israel Museum in 2006. The model was created by banker Hans Kroch in memory of his son Yaakov who died in the 1948 Palestine War. Do yourself a favour and allow plenty of time to view the model as it is very impressive.
Ian WhaleIan Whale
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The Holyland Model of Jerusalem, also known as Model of Jerusalem at the end of the Second Temple period is a 1:50 scale model of the city of Jerusalem in the late Second Temple period.
attractions: The Israel Museum, Jerusalem, Sacher Park, Bloomfield Science Museum, Wohl Rose Garden, Shrine of the Book, Bible Lands Museum Jerusalem, Rehavia Park, Jerusalem Bird Observatory, The Knesset, Monastery of the Cross, restaurants: Modern, Hummus Rechavia

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