Which important archaeological site near Bethlehem is a palace-fortress built by King Herod?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Herodium
- Step 1: Herodium has a cone-shaped hill and a fortress on top. Step 2. It lies south-east of Bethlehem. Answer: Herodium. Why not the others: Masada and Qumran are near the Dead Sea and Caesarea is on the coast.
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