Ancient hidden tunnels used by rebels against the Romans are discovered in a 2,000-year-old settlement unearthed in the Israeli desert

An ancient Jewish settlement dating back 2,000 years has been discovered in Israel. 

The find also exposed underground tunnels used by rebels during the Bar Kokhba revolt in 135AD.

 

Evidence also surfaced proving the area was being used during the First Jewish Revolt of 70AD to store goods in underground rooms and chambers.

Archaeologists also unveiled parts of a watchtower, rubbish dumps, bakeries, Roman-era coins, a mikveh  - a Jewish ritual bath - and limestone vessels used in rituals.

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