Byzantine-era ritual baths discovered on Israel's Route 6

The ruins, dating back to 6th century CE, point to the existence of an ancient Jewish town in the Negev.

By Yanir Yagna | 12:31 03.09.12 |

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Israeli archaeologists have discovered Byzantine-era ritual baths during an Israel Antiquities Authority excavation along Route 6 - the Trans-Israel Highway.

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Byzantine-era ritual baths discovered on Israel's Route 6

The ruins, dating back to 6th century CE, point to the existence of an ancient Jewish town in the Negev.

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