Home > Arts > Contemporary art > Installation art > Land art
Megiddo, descending into the rock-cut water system
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Fine Art Storehouse
Megiddo, descending into the rock-cut water system
The rock-cut water installation, one of the most impressive finds in Megiddo. The huge rock-cut water system, dug in the Late Israelite / Iron Age period (9th century BC), consists of a shaft 36 m. deep, with stairs leading to a horizontal tunnel 70 m. long and to a spring at the foot of the mound, outside the city walls. Megiddo is cited numerous times in the Bible : Joshua 12:21; 17:11. Judges 1:27; 5:19. 1 Kings 4:12; 9:15. 2 Kings 9:27; 23:29, 30. 1 Chronicles 7:29. 2 Chronicles 35:22. Zechariah 12:11.The tell or mound of Megiddo with its 25 layers of civilization, documents every period of ancient history in the Land of Israel.The Israelite city perished in 732 B.C.E. with the conquest of Assyrian king Tiglath Pileser III.Megiddo, a Unesco World Heritage Site
Unleash your creativity and transform your space into a visual masterpiece!
IAISI
Media ID 13418711
© 2014 IAISI
Ancient History Antiquities Bible Craft Exploration Israel Journey Judaism Light At The End Of The Tunnel National Landmark Tunnel Jezreel Valley Megiddo
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Architecture
> Tunnels
> Arts
> Contemporary art
> Installation art
> Land art
> Arts
> Contemporary art
> Photography
> Installation art
> Asia
> Israel
> Related Images
> Fine Art Storehouse
> Travel Imagery
> UNESCO World Heritage
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the awe-inspiring rock-cut water system in Megiddo, one of the most remarkable discoveries in this ancient city. Dating back to the Late Israelite / Iron Age period around the 9th century BC, this colossal water installation is a testament to human ingenuity and engineering prowess. The system consists of a deep 36-meter shaft with stairs leading to a horizontal tunnel spanning 70 meters, ultimately reaching a spring outside the city walls. Megiddo holds immense historical significance and is mentioned numerous times in biblical texts such as Joshua, Judges, Kings, Chronicles, and Zechariah. With its 25 layers of civilization documented on its tell or mound, it serves as an invaluable record of ancient history in the Land of Israel. Tragically, this once-thriving Israelite city met its demise in 732 B. C. E when it fell under Assyrian rule led by King Tiglath Pileser III. Today, Megiddo stands proudly as a UNESCO World Heritage Site that attracts visitors from all over the world. In this stunning photograph taken by IAISI from Fine Art Storehouse, we are transported through time and space into Megiddo's underground labyrinth. As we descend into darkness towards an uncertain destination illuminated only by faint light at the end of the tunnel, we embark on an exploration that connects us intimately with our past and ignites our curiosity about ancient civilizations.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
