Caesarea Maritima is an ancient port city located on the Mediterranean coast of Israel. Founded by King Herod the Great in the 1st century BCE, it served as a major center for trade and commerce. The city was known for its impressive harbor, which was one of the largest in the ancient world, and featured advanced engineering techniques. The site is rich in archaeological remains, including a Roman theater, aqueducts, and a hippodrome. Caesarea played a significant role in the history of Judea and later became an important city in the Byzantine Empire. Today, it is a popular tourist destination and a UNESCO World Heritage site.