Overview
Capernaum stood on the northern shore of the Sea of Galilee and features repeatedly in the Gospel accounts.
Biblical significance
Jesus taught here, healed Peter's mother-in-law, healed a paralytic, delivered a man from an unclean spirit and performed many other works. Matthew's Gospel describes Capernaum as Jesus' "own city."
Historical background
The archaeological site preserves houses, streets and the remains of a later synagogue built over earlier foundations.
What you will see
The synagogue remains, ancient basalt homes, archaeological remains traditionally associated with Peter's house and modern structures protecting the site.