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  • Tell Umm Amer

    Tell Umm Amer, also known as Saint Hilarion Monastery, is an ancient Christian monastery south of Gaza in the Palestinian territories. Its archaeological remains span more than four centuries and are characterized by five successive churches, bath and sanctuary complexes, geometric mosaics, and an expansive crypt. The site's oldest building, dating to the 4th century, is named for Hilarion, a native of the Gaza region and the father of Palestinian monasticism.
    The site is included on the UNESCO Tentative List under the official name, Tell Umm Amer.
    UNESCO Tentative List
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    Tell Umm Amer

    UNESCO Tentative List

    Date of Submission

    2012

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    Historic Cities and Regions

    Location

    Palestine

    Gaza Strip

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    4th Century AD

    Byzantine

    Christian

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    Christian Monuments

     

     

     

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