Olive Press
The Olive Press in Jerash is one of the archaeological landmarks that reflect the history of agriculture and industry in the city during the Roman period. The olive press was discovered in the archaeological site of Jerash and is believed to have been used for extracting oil from olives, a process that was one of the most important industries at the time. The press consists of large stones and hydraulic cylinders used to crush the olives and extract oil from the fruit. Such olive presses were commonly used in many Roman cities, including Jerash, to meet both local and global demands for oil. Today, the olive press in Jerash is a key tourist attraction, offering visitors a glimpse into the economic and industrial life of the Roman era.
- Category
- Historical · Historical landmark
- Governorate
- Jerash
- Address
- Jarash
Features
- Good for kids
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