Two ancient tombs in southern Israel, almost 2,000 years old, will soon be open to the public after their restoration. The Israel Antiquities Authority announced that these tombs, discovered by British archaeologists in the 1930s, have colorful wall paintings of animals, birds, grapevines, and mythological figures. These murals, which were kept closed for many years to protect their vivid colors, are still in excellent condition. The tombs will become part of an educational park opening during the Sukkot holiday due to urban expansion in the area. The goal of this project is to preserve and showcase the historical value of the site. Experts think the tombs belonged to wealthy Romans from about 1,700 years ago, when the city was under Roman control. The conservation work has restored many of the bright paintings, while some murals were taken out for further restoration and cleaning. The park will also include another tomb found in the 1990s and display other archaeological discoveries from Ashkelon, an area known for its rich cultural heritage.