Khirbat Din'ila

Khirbat Din‘ila is an archaeological site located in Upper Galilee, northern Israel, known for its Roman period origins and continued activity through the Byzantine and medieval eras. The site is most notable for its seven oil presses discovered in a 1984 survey by R. Frankel, indicating a thriving economy based on oil production. The presence of these industrial features suggests a settlement with significant economic activity centered around olive oil production. Excavations in 2001-2002 led by Ayelet Tatcher under the Israel Antiquities Authority aimed to preserve the site, restoring walls, thresholds, and the oil presses. Khirbat Din‘ila offers valuable insights into the economic and social structures of ancient rural communities in this region.