Known as one of the Decapolis cities, Hippos is located on a high mountain not far from the eastern shore of the Sea of Galilee. The Marvelously preserved city was established during the Hellenistic period, flourished throughout the Roman, Byzantine and Umayyad periods until finally destroyed during the 749 CE earthquake. Greek and Roman sanctuaries, Roman basilica and bathhouse, Fortifications, city network and Byzantine Churches are among the complexes excavated by the team. The project is headed by Dr. Michael Eisenberg and Dr. Arleta Kowalewska.