Hasmonean Tombs

Hasmonean Tombs are ancient burial sites from the Jewish Hasmonean dynasty (2nd century BCE), located on Mount Scopus in Jerusalem. Built as monumental family tombs, they feature elaborate stone facades, often with carved details and niches for coffins. These tombs reflect the wealth and status of the Hasmonean rulers and are important archaeological and historical sites, offering insights into Jewish burial practices and power during that period. Today, they are still visible and serve as a link to Jerusalem's rich, ancient heritage.