The Site of Ancient JERICHO
The site of ancient JERICHO.—A bout 1/2 m. from the foot of the pass, a short distance S. of the road to Rîha, is an immense reservoir, 657 ft. long, by 490 wide; and around it, especially on the western side, are extensive ruins, consisting of low mounds of rubbish, and foundations of buildings. Turning northward we perceive similar remains extending at intervals to the banks of the Kelt, and even along its N. side. Fording the little stream, and advancing still northwards, we enter in some 15 min.