Masada - Wikipedia
Masada (Hebrew: מְצָדָה məṣādā, 'fortress'; Arabic: جبل مسعدة) [1] is an ancient fortification in southern Israel, situated on top of an isolated rock plateau, akin to a mesa. It is located on the eastern edge of the Judaean Desert, overlooking the Dead Sea 20 km (12 miles) east of Arad.
Masada ‑ Israel, Tower & Fortress - HISTORY
2017年12月7日 · Masada is an ancient stone fortress in Israel, located high above the Dead Sea on a tall, rocky mesa. Now an Israeli national park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the 840-acre complex holds...
Siege of Masada - Wikipedia
According to Josephus the long siege by the troops of the Roman Empire led to the mass suicide of the Sicarii rebels and resident Jewish families of the Masada fortress. In modern times, the story of the siege was revived as the Masada myth, a selectively constructed narrative based on Josephus's account.
Masada | Elevation, Height, History, Map, & Facts | Britannica
2024年11月14日 · Masada, ancient mountaintop fortress in southeastern Israel, site of the Jews’ last stand against the Romans after the fall of Jerusalem in 70 ce. It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2001.
Masada - World History Encyclopedia
2019年11月7日 · Masada (“fortress” in Hebrew) is a mountain complex in Israel in the Judean desert that overlooks the Dead Sea. It is famous for the last stand of the Zealots (and Sicarii) in the Jewish Revolt against Rome (66-73 CE).
10 Facts You Should Know About Masada - Chabad.org
Masada, an ancient fortress atop a high plateau in the Judean Desert, was the site of the last remaining stronghold of Jewish forces during their 1st-century revolt against the Romans. Masada is currently one of the most popular tourist attractions in Israel .
Masada Desert Fortress - Jewish Virtual Library
Masada (Hebrew for fortress) is a place of gaunt and majestic beauty that has become one of the Jewish people’s greatestsymbols as the place where the last Jewish stronghold against Roman invasion stood. Next to Jerusalem, it is the most popular destination of tourists visiting Israel.
Masada: From Ancient Fortress to Modern Israeli Symbol
2024年12月2日 · This fortress, perched atop a towering plateau in present-day Israel, is more than just an archaeological site; it embodies resilience and cultural significance for many Israelis. The story of Masada captures moments of human endurance and reflects on broader themes of resistance and sacrifice.
Masada - Jewish Virtual Library
Masada (Hebrew "fortress") is a flat plateau measuring roughly 1,000 by 2,000 feet, situated atop an isolated rock cliff at the western end of the Judean Desert.
The History of Masada: Judaea’s Last Stronghold Against Rome
2022年12月22日 · Deep in Israel’s Judaean Desert stand the remains of a mighty fortress, built atop a high rocky plateau. With a commanding position over its barren surrounds and views towards the Dead Sea, Masada is a breathtaking sight.