In what was slated to be the site of a new 122-room hotel, archaeologists say they discovered one of the world's oldest synagogues in Norther Israel.The site, was unearthed as preperations were being made for construction of the hotel newar the Sea of Galilee, Is believed to date back to 2000 years from 50BCE to 100CE..In the middle of the 120 square meter main hall of the synagogue archaeologists discovered an unusual stone carved with a seven branced menorah, archaeologists said they were dealing with an exciting and unique find.The menorah engraving is the first of its kind to be discovered from the Early Roman period.The synagogue was discovered in an area called migdol. This was historically important settlement along the Sea of Galilee, Which researchers say was mentioned in ancient Jewish texts as a play a big role during the Great Revolt, When Jews attempted to rebel against Roman rule.
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