Metsada in Be'er Sheva, Southern District, Israel — West Asia (the Levant in the Middle East)
Masada has been inscribed on the World Heritage List
Photographed by Darren Jefferson Clay, March 10, 2023
1. Masada has been inscribed on the World Heritage List Marker
Masada is a rugged natural fortress, of majestic beauty, in the Judean Desert overlooking the Dead Sea. It is a symbol of the ancient kingdom of Israel, its violent destruction and the last stand of Jewish patriots in the face of the Roman army, in 73 CE.
It was built as a palace complex, in the classic style of the early Roman Empire, by Herod the Great, king of Judea reigned in the years 37-4 BCE. The camps, fortifications and ramp that encircle the monument constitute the most complete Roman siege works surviving to the present day.
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Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Forts and Castles. In addition, it is included in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites series list.
Location. 31° 18.995′ N, 35° 21.282′ E.
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Regionally, it is in Asia, specifically in West Asia, in the Middle East, in The Levant, on the Red Sea, in a coastal Mediterranean country, and in the Western World. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Byzantine Empire, the Ottoman Empire, a British Mandate, and the Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The Snake Path Gate (a few steps from this marker); Masada (a few steps from this marker); The "Commandant's Headquarters" (within shouting distance of this marker); The Commandant's Residence (within shouting distance of this marker); Life in a fortified palace (within shouting distance of this marker); How can one survive here? (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); Bathing in Roman Style (about 150 meters away); The Discovery Location of the "Lots" (about 150 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Metsada.
Photographed by Darren Jefferson Clay, March 10, 2023
2. Masada has been inscribed on the World Heritage List Marker
Photographed by Darren Jefferson Clay, March 10, 2023
3. Masada has been inscribed on the World Heritage List Marker
Photographed by Darren Jefferson Clay, March 10, 2023
4. Masada has been inscribed on the World Heritage List Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on May 26, 2026. It was originally submitted on April 11, 2023, by Darren Jefferson Clay of Duluth, Georgia. This page has been viewed 216 times since then and 24 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on April 11, 2023, by Darren Jefferson Clay of Duluth, Georgia. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
