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Ariel - Center for the History of the First Temple |
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The Ariel center is unique in that it focuses on the study of Jerusalem during
the First Temple period.
A new model showing Jerusalem towards the end of the
First Temple period has been installed at the centre. From a bird's-eye view, the
visitor can examine the city's size, the width of the ramparts and gates, to view
the Temple and King's palace, generally to instill a sensation of actually walking
through the streets and alleys of the city.
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A new and enthralling multimedia exhibit has been installed next to the model.
The presentation portrays an artist attempting to create his life's work by painting
Jerusalem. He longs to capture Jerusalem's individuality with his paintbrush, to
enlighten the city's secrets with his paints. On his expedition, he encounters characters
and events that have left their mark on the generations. Magnificent animations
escort the artist on his quest to find spirit embedded in matter.
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Other exhibits in the center include: A permanent exhibition of artifacts illustrating
everyday life in Jerusalem during the First Temple period - models, displays and
reproductions of archeological findings such as Sennacherib's sawmill, the Siloam
inscription, a silver plaque engraved with the Priests' blessing, a burial cave,
jewelry and more.
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"Bird in a Cage" – the story of the Assyrian siege
of Jerusalem, the drama that determined the city's destiny, its character and its
status for thousands of years. The Assyrian relief maps, the Bible verses, the official
reports of the Assyrian king and the archeological findings join together to paint
a full and fascinating picture of that epoch. In addition, a portion of Hezekiah's
tunnel has been restored in the centre.
It is advised to coordinate your visit in advance at: 02-6286288
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