Ein Kshatot - Umm El Kanatir
Visitors can explore the ruins and imagine the daily lives of the people who lived here, farming the land and gathering in the synagogue for prayer and community. The story of Ein Kshatot is one of resilience, as the Jewish community thrived in this region for centuries, maintaining its traditions and faith despite the challenges of the time.
Contents
10 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the magnificent archaeological site of Ein Keshatot, nestled deep in the rugged, breathtaking landscape of the Golan Heights. I am delighted to be your guide through this extraordinary window into antiquity. …
Listen in the app2The Descent and Village Ruins
As we walk down the sloping path away from the visitor center, we enter the residential heart of the ancient village. Look closely at the scattered ruins surrounding you on both sides. …
Listen in the app3The Spring of the Monumental Arches
We have now reached the absolute heart of the site, the magnificent natural spring that gives Ein Keshatot its name. Before you stand the towering stone arches, an awe inspiring feat of ancient engineering. …
Listen in the app4The Flax Production Pools
Following the paved water channel away from the grand arches, we arrive at a series of large, shallow stone pools. This is the industrial zone of Ein Keshatot. …
Listen in the app5The Ancient Jewish Cemetery
Just a short distance from the bustling industrial pools, across the flowing stream, we find a place of profound stillness. We have entered the ancient Jewish cemetery of the village. …
Listen in the app6The Synagogue Exterior and the High-Tech Reconstruction
We now approach the absolute crown jewel of Ein Keshatot. Rising before you is the grand synagogue, a breathtaking testament to both ancient devotion and modern technological genius. …
Listen in the app7The Synagogue Interior and Benches
Step through the doorway and enter the main hall of the synagogue. Allow your eyes a moment to adjust to the light filtering through the reconstructed windows. …
Listen in the app8The Holy Ark and Carved Motifs
Now, direct your attention to the most important feature of the entire synagogue, the beautifully ornate stone platform known as the bimah, which once supported the Holy Ark containing the Torah scrolls. Approach the structure…
Listen in the app9The Enigmatic Stone Circle
Before we conclude our time inside the grand hall, look down at the floor near the center of the room. You will notice a very distinct, deliberate circle of stones laid into the pavement. …
Listen in the app10Closing
As we step out of the grand synagogue and walk back out into the bright sunlight of the Golan Heights, take a final moment to survey the entire site. We have journeyed through the complete lifecycle of a remarkable community. …
Listen in the app
What is Ein Kshatot - Umm El Kanatir?
Ein Kshatot - Umm El Kanatir is a place with 10 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Type | Food |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 10 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 32.8496, 35.7378 |
| Last updated |