Met Sea – The Judean Desert

One of the most picturesque places in Israel, rich in history, archaeology, as well as amazing flora and fauna is the Judean Desert.

It is here that the lowest place on earth is located - a unique reservoir known as the Dead Sea. The presence in it of a large number of minerals that have a beneficial effect on the human body, made it since ancient times a recognized leader in the field of healing various ailments. Today, rest on the shores of the Dead Sea are very popular among both residents of Israel and guests of our country, almost all year round. Where are we going?

A trip to the Red Sea, it is recommended to combine with a visit to historical sights located in the Judean Desert.

At the top of one of the rocks of the Judean desert, at an altitude of 450 meters above the Dead Sea, is the impregnable fortress of Masada. Built two thousand years ago by King Herod of Judea as a military fortress, it still amazes with its scale and grandeur. We will visit the private chambers of the powerful and terrible King Herod, visit the Roman baths with an ingenious heating and water supply system. We will see the majestic panorama opening from the height of the fortress, as well as talk about the historical significance of this place. After all, it was Masada who became the last stronghold of the rebels, in the course of a ruthless and unprecedented in scale uprising against Rome 67-73. It is also known as the Jewish War.

Second option:

Ein Gedi National Park and Ein Gedi Reserve (the source of the goat) is located near the coast of the Dead Sea, on the slopes of the mountains of the Judean Desert. But unlike Masada, a man-made stone fortress, the Ein Gedi Reserve is a landmark of a different kind. It's a classic desert oasis. A place rich in waterfalls and pools with fresh water, with a variety of flora and fauna. Date groves of Ein Gedi have become the calling card of Israel, and mountain goats skilfully galloping along steep mountains in the reserve area, please the eyes of both adults and children. By the way, they gave the name not only to the reserve itself, but also to the mineral water extracted here, and also became the emblem of all the National Parks and Reserves of Israel. Among other things, Ein Gedi is mentioned in the Bible as the place where young David hid from the wrath of King Saul. The combination of amazing nature and biblical history makes this reserve a recommended place to visit, for people of all ages, at almost any time of the year.