Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
About
Lavnin is a Late Bronze Age archaeological site located in Israel's Adullam region, known for its historical significance and diverse features. Rising 389 meters above sea level, the site contains a network of caves, which include burial tombs and a columbarium, suggesting its use over various periods for both habitation and funerary purposes. During the Byzantine period, the site continued to be occupied, as evidenced by graffiti and other remnants from that era. The presence of a Second Temple period ritual bath and fortifications further points to its strategic importance. The site's integration into a national park highlights its cultural and archaeological value, preserving its history for future study.
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Archaeological Features
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Miscellaneous Features
Water Management Features
Burial and Funerary Structures
Artistic and Decorative Features
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Historical Timeline
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- Israel
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