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Dead Sea & surrounding area - Tour 8
Duration
8 to 9 hours
Overview
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Experience the lowest point on earth surrounded by a desert wilderness where prophets of old communicated with the Almighty.
Learn why the Dead Sea was coveted by ancient civilizations who were prepared to go to war in order to retain control over its shores.
A branch of the Syrian-African rift valley it reaches a depth of 500 meters at its deepest point.
Immerse yourself in its waters taking advantage of its medicinal value & at the same time experience the feeling of bouyancy.
Despite such a hostile enviroment discover why there are pockets of flourishing vegetation.
The surrounding area is inundated with history and the adjacent desert caves provided shelter for David when fleeing from king Saul. The nearby geological horst provided a natural fortress enabling the Jewish zealots to hold out againts the might of Rome for three years.
It is indeed a place of geographical & geological wonders and home to an immense history.
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