Hippos (Sussita) - Site Tour (BibleWalks.com)

The ancient city of Hippos, also known as Sussita, was one of the central Hellenistic and Roman/Byzantine cities of the Golan Heights region in the northern part of Israel. It is located on a diamond (or horse) shaped mountain which rises 350M above the Sea of Galilee.

Hippos was founded during the Hellenistic period, around the 3rd century BC, and it became an important city during the Roman period. It was strategically located on a high hill overlooking the Sea of Galilee and the surrounding region, which made it an important center of trade and commerce. The city was known for its impressive public buildings, including a theater, a basilica, and a bathhouse, as well as its fortifications and military installations. It was also a center of culture and learning, with a library and a renowned school of philosophy.

In the 4th century AD, Hippos became an important Christian center, and several churches were built in the city. However, the city declined in the following centuries. The city was devastated by a massive earthquake in 749 AD which left it in ruins since then.

Recent excavations revealed the impressive plan and structures of the city. During the Byzantine period there were eight churches, indicating its importance for Christians.

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