The Architecture of Herod, the Great Builder

Herod the Great was one of the famous builders of the classical world. Judaea, his kingdom, symbolizes the transition between the Hellenistic and Early Roman periods as well as the climax of the Second Temple period. Herod planned and realized outstanding structures such as Masada's Northern Palace and Herodium's cylindrical palatial fortress, and the peak of his achievements are Caesarea Maritima with its deepwater harbor, as well as the rebuilding of Jerusalem's Temple Mount. Having an architectural as well as an archaeological background, Ehud Netzer highlights Herod's personal involvement and contributions in his building projects and presents a comprehensive synthesis of Herod's enterprises from archaeological and architectural viewpoints.