22 February 2025
Israel's Eternity on display at Tel Aviv Airport
The exhibition on the history of the people of Israel is on display at Terminal 3 of Ben Gurion Airport until January 2026
Terminal 3 of Ben Gurion Airport is hosting a new exhibition entitled "The Eternity of Israel", a journey through the history and cultural heritage of the Jewish people. The exhibition, created in collaboration with the Israel Antiquities Authority, the Israel Airport Authority and the Ministry of Heritage of Israel, offers travelers the opportunity to explore the past through archaeological finds and images of rare moments of discovery.
The exhibition recounts thousands of years of history, highlighting the strength, challenges, transformations and rebirth of the Jewish people. The exhibition route runs along the exit area of the airport and remains open until January 2026.
The Israel Antiquities Authority exhibition at Netbag. Copyright © Photo by Emil Eljam, Antiquities Authority
A tribute to Israel's history and culture
The exhibition is supported by the Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust, an organization committed to enhancing Israel's cultural heritage.
Unpublished photographs of archaeological excavations and original finds of inestimable value are on display, material evidence from different eras of Jewish history.
Among the objects on display stand out:
► agricultural tools from an Asmonean farm discovered at Mount Arbel, presented to the public for the first time.
► A treasure trove of Hasmonean coins found in the Israeli desert.
► an original stone from the Western Wall, weighing 5 tons.
► weapons that belonged to several conquerors who have marked the history of the country.
► one of the rare physical proofs of the name Ahab, the famous king of northern Israel.
► agricultural tools from an Asmonean farm discovered at Mount Arbel, presented to the public for the first time.
► A treasure trove of Hasmonean coins found in the Israeli desert.
► an original stone from the Western Wall, weighing 5 tons.
► weapons that belonged to several conquerors who have marked the history of the country.
► one of the rare physical proofs of the name Ahab, the famous king of northern Israel.
An interactive experience for travelers
In addition, the exhibition offers an interactive experience. Each exhibitor is equipped with a QR code that allows access to exclusive videos shot in archaeological sites, to relive the moments of discovery. There are also tactile models of historical artifacts, which visitors can touch for an even more immersive experience at Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport (TLV).
By the Editorial staff of Avion Tourism Magazine
Text source and visual photo: Israeli National Tourism Office
Credits: visual photo Copyright © by Emil Aladjem, Israel Antiquities Authority
Photo Tel Aviv: Copyright © Sisterscom.com / Shutterstock
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