The newer Siloam Tunnel (Hebrew: נִקְבַּת הַשִּׁלֹחַ, Nikbat HaShiloaḥ), also known as Hezekiah's Tunnel (Hebrew: תעלת חזקיהו, Te'alát Ḥizkiyáhu), is a water tunnel that was carved within the City of David in ancient times.

Nov 24, 2020 · Hezekiah's Tunnel in Jerusalem is an ancient aqueduct created by the King of Judah to protect the city’s water supply from invaders. Hezekiah’s Tunnel, also known as Siloam Tunnel and the Tunnel of Shiloh, in Jerusalem, is part of the wider archaeological site known as the City of David.

Aug 20, 2024 · Hezekiah’s Tunnel, part of Jerusalem’s water system, is located under the City of David. It connects the Gihon Spring—Jerusalem’s fresh water supply—with the Siloam Pool.

What is Hezekiah's Tunnel? It is the 8th century BC tunnel that King Hezekiah of Judah ordered dug to both secure Jerusalem's water supply and deny water to the Assyrian king Sennacherib's army that was about to lay siege to Jerusalem.

Hezekiah’s Tunnel connects the Gihon Spring to the Pool of Siloam. The Gihon Spring is situated on the eastern side of the City of David. This natural spring is Jerusalem’s only fresh water source and is absolutely essential to life in the city.

Jan 20, 2025 · Hezekiah’s Tunnel, also known as the Siloam Tunnel, is one of the most remarkable archaeological discoveries in Jerusalem. This ancient waterway, carved through solid rock, dates back to the 8th century BC during the reign of King Hezekiah of Judah.

May 26, 2024 · Known today as Hezekiah‘s Tunnel or the Siloam Tunnel, the 1,750-foot long subterranean aqueduct continues to carry water and stands as a testament to the ingenuity and determination of Jerusalem‘s ancient defenders.