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

Inscription. Masada has been inscribed upon the World Heritage List in accordance with the Convention concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage, 1972. Inscription on this List confirms the exceptional universal value of Masada deserving protection for the benefit of all humanity.

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. Marker is in Metsada, Southern District, in Be'er Sheva. Touch for map. Touch for directions.

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);

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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 April 16, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 11, 2023, by Darren Jefferson Clay of Duluth, Georgia. This page has been viewed 53 times since then and 8 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.