This small chunk of land in the highlands of the Levant is where Jesus started his ministry, where Abraham staked his claim on the land and where King Solomon lolled in his tent by shimmering pools of spring water.

BBC: A Biblical guide to the West Bank

As pillars, domes, pools and aqueducts spring from today's ruins, we learn that the throne room was tucked in a vast complex of three palaces.

WSJ: Shards of a Reputation | Herod the Great | Israel Museum | By Amotz Asa-El

This indoor facility also includes a variety of smaller pools and jacuzzis with hot spring water.

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