Beit She'an National Park

Nice spot to see some ancient history! It was great to be able to see what a city would have looked like. If you do stop in be sure to check out the Egyptian ruins at the top of the hill overlooking the entire city. Lots of remains of ancient ruins like the colosseum, public sanitary, the theater, the city etc, etc. The architecture is amazing and what’s left of the buildings tell an amazing story about its greatness. Extremely good Roman archeological site….for its shape and all well preserved ruins (many mosaics, good theater,….) it is absolutely at the level of Rome forums

Now this place was it! Back in the day!!! Theres a latrine with marble seats for your 🍑 and marble floor for your feet! It's very clear it was a hot spot for trade and for entertainment!!! Unlike the town on the hill right next to it....the short hike up is completely worth the view! Go here if in Israel!

Bet She’an National Park is one of Israel’s most spectacular archaeological sites, offering a remarkable glimpse into ancient Roman and Byzantine urban life. The city’s ruins are incredibly well-preserved, and walking through them feels like stepping back in time. The highlights include the grand Roman theater, the colonnaded streets, ancient bathhouses, and the public latrine – all remarkably intact. The scale of the ruins is truly impressive, showcasing the city’s former grandeur as a key part of the Decapolis. One of the best parts of the visit is the short hike up the tel (ancient mound), where you’ll find remains from earlier periods, including Egyptian influence, and stunning panoramic views of the entire site and the Jordan Valley. The site is well-marked and visitor-friendly, with clean facilities and shaded areas to rest. It’s a great spot for families, history lovers, and photographers alike. A night tour with dramatic lighting (if available) adds a magical touch to the experience. Rating: 5/5 – A must-visit national park, offering awe-inspiring history and beautifully preserved ruins in a scenic setting.

Deb then sat in the shade of some palms while muggins climbed the steps to the Tel – mound – of the original city. This was inhabited as far back as 4000 BC apparently and was an Egyptian administrative centre around 1600BC. There are allegedly remains of a fort constructed by King David but whether that is a case of starting with the answer you want and providing evidence to match or not I couldn’t say. The Tel certainly gave good views over the newer city but there was very little to see there if you weren’t an archeologist. So Deb had the right idea.

Spectacular place to visit. Spent a good afternoon exploring in the heat and the shade. It was exciting to see the excavation. I visited the bathhouse and public latrines area. The main street was exciting as well. I didn't climb the hill and focused my time in the town.

Stunning remains of over 20 layers of civilization. Most notable are the recent Roman ruins. One can picture chariots heading up and down the main street. The 7000 seat theater is mostly standing and the original public bathrooms are nearby, what a gas! There is an entrance plaza, a large bathhouse, streets, shops, a bridge, a ritual compound and more. An earthquake in 749 shook the Roman temple and the huge columns fell. They still lay there and it's hard to imagine that this is all real and not replicas. Amazing experience.

Lots of remains of ancient ruins like the colosseum, public sanitary, the theater, the city etc, etc. The architecture is amazing and what’s left of the buildings tell an amazing story about its greatness. This was a visit that I really enjoyed mostly for the experience of been there and all the history held in this place. I highly recommend to visit 🙌🏼👌🏼

Caesarea Philippi was a Roman and we're pagan ceremonies to the god pan were performed. Jesus visited it this site , it has become an important Christian pilgrimage destination. And where Jesus states: I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it.