Information and Review of the Mamshit National Park
The nomadic Nabateans made Mamshit, a station along on the Incense Route from Arabia to market via the Mediterranean.
Among the highlights at Mamshit, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the wealthy house, a three-story guard tower with a fabulous view of the desert and two churches with mosaics.
You’ll also see a typical Nabatean-style dwelling, including a stable for 16 horses.
The market street is recreated on some holidays.
There is an overnight campground at the parks Nabatean Khan (caravansary).
Image credit: Kfir Ben-Simhon. From PikiWiki site.
FAQ for Mamshit National Park (Archaeology and History in Israel):
Wheelchair accessible? No,
Is there a parking? Yes,
Is it sutable for children? Yes.
Attraction Type: Archaeology and History, Region: South, Address: Mamshit National Park (Find more Archaeology and History in Israel: South)
Mamshit National Park Opening hours:
Summer: Sunday: 08:00 – 17:00, Monday: 08:00 – 17:00, Tuesday: 08:00 – 17:00, Wednesday: 08:00 – 17:00, Thursday: 08:00 – 17:00, Friday: 08:00 – 16:00, Saturday: 08:00 – 17:00, Holiday eve: 08:00 – 16:00 Winter: Sunday: 08:00 – 16:00, Monday: 08:00 – 16:00, Tuesday: 08:00 – 16:00, Wednesday: 08:00 – 16:00, Thursday: 08:00 – 16:00, Friday: 08:00 – 15:00, Saturday: 08:00 – 16:00, Holiday eve: 08:00 – 15:00
Yom Kippur evening: 08:00 – 13:00, Yom Kippur: Closed
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