One of the most important historical monuments in Palestine
A Roman palace of the first century BC
The palace of Khirbet Al-Muwarraq is located 20 kilometers west of Hebron, next to Deir Samet, in Khirbet Al-Muwarraq.
It is dated to the first century BC and was in use until 68 AD.
It was built on an area of 1600 square meters, around an open courtyard measuring 11x10 meters, in the center of which is a rectangular peristyle with a mosaic floor.
The courtyard is surrounded by four residential suites built of regular trimmed stones, covered on the inside with a layer of plaster, and consists of the living quarters, guest rooms and service and store rooms; the northern wing also features a bath complex. To the south of the palace was a horse stable. The palace had a fortified entrance with a defense tower located on its southwestern side.The palace features a special rainwater collection system, consisting of channels and basins carved in the bedrock below the palace. Underneath the palace is a series of caves, chambers and catacombs, carved in the rock and used during the second revolution against the Romans (132 - 136 AD).
Quick overview
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Opening days
Open daily
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Opening times
All day
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How to reach
By taxi:
From Bethlehem taxi station (Near Manger Square) to Hebron taxi station and then to Al Kom - Web
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Reservation & Price
No need for booking
Suggested periods
- Autumn
- Spring
Visiting Rules
Basic rules:
All visitors are invited to observe the basic rules of respect for the preservation of monuments and nature
Conservative dress code
Covid 19 rules:
Visitors must respect covid 19 safety measures in force
