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Nahal Tut (archaeological site)

8th century BCE administrative center remains

Time Periods

Paleolithic

Paleolithic

Mesolithic

Mesolithic

Neolithic

Neolithic

Chalcolithic

Chalcolithic

Bronze Age

Bronze Age

Iron Age

Iron Age

Classical Period

Classical Period

Post-Classical Period

Post-Classical Period

Early Modern Period

Early Modern Period

Industrial Period

Industrial Period

Contemporary Period

Contemporary Period

Location

About

Nahal Tut is an archaeological site located in northern Israel's Menashe Heights, excavated in 2005. The site reveals significant structural remains from the end of the 8th century BCE, suggesting its role as an administrative and government center. The presence of relatively intact buildings, including upright walls, doorways, and window lintels, indicates the site's importance during the Early Iron Age. Nahal Tut is one of four northern sites with LMLK handles, typically associated with the southern kingdom of Judah, prompting discussions on their purpose in this region. The site's findings suggest possible fortifications, underscoring its strategic significance in the ancient landscape. This site adds valuable insights into the administrative practices and regional interactions during the Iron Age in the Levant.

Archaeological Features

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Defensive Structures

Fortresses

Public and Civic Structures

Administrative Buildings

Domestic and Habitation Structures

Houses

Historical Timeline

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Details

Country
Israel
Source
Wikipedia