Silwan necropolis
Remnants of the Monolith of Silwan dated to the 9th–7th century BCE | |
| Location | Silwan, East Jerusalem |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 31°46′24″N 35°14′12″E / 31.7733°N 35.2368°E |
| Type | Necropolis |
| History | |
| Material | Rock-cut |
| Founded | 9th-7th centuries BC |
| Site notes | |
| Public access | Yes |
The Silwan necropolis is the remains of a rock-cut cemetery assumed to have been used by the highest-ranking officials residing in Jerusalem. Its tombs were cut between the 9th and 7th centuries BC. It is situated on the rocky eastern slope of the Kidron Valley, facing the oldest part of Jerusalem. Part of the predominantly Palestinian district of Silwan was later built atop the necropolis.