Hasmonean-era burial caves near Jericho allegedly looted by local Arabs
The caves form part of an extensive burial ground of what's believed to be a Hasmonean palace, which was discovered in the area recently after agricultural and landscaping work was being done.
The Hasmonean burial caves that were reportedly looted by local Arabs from Jericho.(photo credit: YEDIDYA NEEMAN)ByILANIT CHERNICK