Ancient Burial Ground with 100 Tombs Found Near Biblical Bethlehem
Friday, March 4, 2016 - 08:30
in Paleontology & Archaeology
Located on a hillside, the burial ground dates as far back as 4,000 years and was likely the necropolis for a wealthy nearby settlement. Inside some of the tombs, archaeologists found human remains as well as weaponry, such as bronze daggers and an ax.