Magdala
Galilee
Overview
Only recently excavated and opened to visitors, Magdala is the hometown of Mary Magdalene on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee. The site includes a remarkably preserved first-century synagogue and the modern Duc In Altum chapel built around the excavation.
Highlights
Only recently excavated and opened to visitors, Magdala is the hometown of Mary Magdalene on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee
The site includes a remarkably preserved first-century synagogue and the modern Duc In Altum chapel built around the excavation
Biblical significance
Mary Magdalene — the first witness to the resurrection — grew up here. The ancient synagogue may be one Jesus himself taught in. A unique carved stone decorated with a menorah found here is among the most important Second Temple artifacts ever discovered.
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