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Exciting adventure exploring this ancient and significant water supply system excavated under the reign of King Hezekiah in the 8th century BC. We deviated our journey from Hezekiah's Tunnel which was flowing with cold water, to the adjoining and dry Canaanite Tunnel, still an impressive marvel and hiking adventure. Those with physical limitations should not attempt a tour of either tunnel. We found this to be an exciting experience, revealing an interesting aspect of Jewish cultural history. …
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Date of experience: December 2019
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מקום מהמם וחשוב הדרכה מרתקת ומסבירה פנים נותנת לך הרגשה כאילו חזרת בזמן בימים חמים הכניסה לנקבות מרעננת המים קרים ומרעננים יש צורך לבוא עם נעלים מתאימות להליכה במים Stunning and important place Fascinating and welcoming instruction makes you feel like you are back in time On hot days the entrance to the tunnel is refreshing and the water is cold and refreshing It is necessary to come with suitable shoes for walking in the water…
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Date of experience: March 2020
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Great attraction with the family specially during the Summer walking in the water, the story of the guided tour makes great connection between what you see , the history and the bible
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Date of experience: August 2020
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I visited this back in the 1960s and still remember it well, utterly fascinating. So much so that I still remember it very clearly. Highly recommended to anyone with an interest in history, biblical or otherwise. I was a bit scared splashing through the narrow tunnel but thrilled to know that my feet were traveling a path that others have been following for nearly three thousand years. I wore waterproof shoes and shorts but didnt think of my handbag, which got soaked, ruining my passport. In these days of the backpack this is probably no longer a problem.…
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Date of experience: July 2019
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Depending on the weather the water in the tunnel can be up to the top of your thighs. Visit on a hot day so you clothes can dry.
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Date of experience: March 2020
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