Guardian of the Tombs of the Kings and his family, Jerusalem, Israel. The steps lead up to the final resting place for the family of Queen Helene of Adiabene, buried in the first century A.D. Located just north of the Old City walls, the tomb got its name from early explorers who believed that this magnificent tomb housed members of the dynasty of David. The 9 metre-wide staircase was originally paved and led to a forecourt with several ritual baths.Water collected in the baths from a channel system carved into the steps.