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Birds Mosaic

Caesarea, Israel

These mosaics were created more than half a millennium ago and feature various animals. 

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Birds Mosaic Eidan Wasser (Public Domain)
Birds Mosaic
Birds Mosaic Eidan Wasser (Public Domain)
Birds Mosaic
Birds Mosaic Eidan Wasser (Public Domain)
Birds Mosaic
Birds Mosaic Eidan Wasser (Public Domain)
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This open-air mosaic is from the Roman/Byzantine era and is free to visit. The floor of the ancient villa looks perfect despite the time it was buried underground.

Mosaics include various types of birds and a collection of other animals. The mosaics are located near Caesarea National Park and include sweeping views of the Mediterranean Sea.

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