Ancient wall unearthed in Jerusalem

A new archaeological discovery found remains of the southern defensive wall of Jerusalem dating back to the time of the Second Temple, which was constructed under the direction of the Hasmonean Kings, who ruled the kingdom of Israel between 167-37 BCE.  The wall was discovered during the construction of a new promenade, which will now run along side some exposed areas of the ancient wall.  The wall, constructed without any mortar, has survived quite well, and parts of it still stand as high as three meters (a little over 9 ft. tall).  You can read more about it here.