masada
states: [israel]
category: cultural
year: 2001
region: Europe and North America
latitude/longitude: 31.3135000000, 35.3527500000
last visited: 2014
unesco id: 1040
world heritage site: 1040
Masada, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Israel, is an ancient mountaintop fortress renowned for its historical and archaeological significance. Built by King Herod in the 1st century BCE, it features well-preserved palaces, bathhouses, and storehouses, showcasing Roman-era engineering. The site is celebrated as a symbol of Jewish resistance, linked to the dramatic stand of rebels against Roman forces in 73 CE. Its strategic location and stark desert backdrop highlight its enduring cultural importance.
