[1] In excavations conducted by Israeli archeologist Yitzhak Magen in 1991–1992, the structure on the eastern edge of the site was identified as a Samaritan synagogue.

[2][3] In addition, a mikveh,[4] a cistern, an arched gate, burial caves and public structures were found at the site.

[2][5] An imposing building built in an east–west direction, it faces Mount Gerizim, the holiest site in Samaritanism.

[6] The Samara mosaic was made of tessera stones of many colors: white, black, gray, red, purple, pink, brown, orange, mustard, yellow, light blue, turquoise (maybe glass), gray-green and beige.

[7] The carpet of the main hall of the synagogue is divided into two square panels surrounded by frames of medallions of azalea leaves.