Archaeologists uncover ancient arena

Monday, July 15, 2002

JERUSALEM -- On the shores of the Sea of Galilee, Israeli archaeologists have uncovered what they believe are the remains of a Roman stadium from the time of Jesus, where thousands watched horse races, track events and boat races on long, man-made pools.

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