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Sepphoris

Zippori
Israel100 BCE700 CEHellenistic — Byzantine32.76, 35.29
About the site

A major Galilean city that flourished during the time of Jesus and served as a center for the Sanhedrin after the destruction of the Temple. It is famous for its intricate mosaic floors and early Christian churches.

Principal findings
  • iThe 'Mona Lisa of the Galilee' mosaic
  • iiThe Dionysus Villa with mythological scenes
  • iiiEarly Byzantine church with a Greek inscription
  • ivEvidence of a large Jewish population with ritual baths

Excavators — Eric Meyers, Zeev Weiss