Temple Mount Sifting Project- HaMasu'ot Lookout

Who visits us?

Visitors from all over the world - tourists, students, families, tour groups.

What to do here?

Wet-sift soil that was removed from the Temple Mount site, to find hidden archaeological artifacts. The site also offers a fantastic view over Jerusalem, an exhibit of archaeological finds (including arrow heads from the First Temple period, coins from the Second Temple period, floor tiles from the Temple Courtyard and more. There is also an exhibition of 19th century drawings of Jerusalem, and a film about the history of the sifting project. Sites to visit nearby: the Yehudaiya viewpoint, the Mt Scopus Botanical gardens (including Nikanor's cave), Augusta Victoria hospital, and the Jerusalem Path.

Top 3 reasons to visit

• The thrill of uncovering hidden archaeological finds
• Help salvage archaeological artifacts from Jerusalem's most important historical site
• A fun wet activity to do in the heat - with a picnic site and good view