Between the Dead sea and the Judean hills is a truly fabulous place, admiring the unique natural beauty. Charming oasis located in the desert of Ein Gedi (Ein Gedi) and has the same name, has a unique history. In the middle East, this area is considered to be one of the most picturesque, and not in vain hurry of tourists from different corners of our planet.
A well-Known name, which translates as “the goat source” are just a few attractions:
Travelers from different countries go to a blessed place, divided into several parts, from tel Aviv by bus. Experienced travelers warn that you should be careful with choosing the right spot, because the distance from one to the other is very large, and if not go there, you'll have a long walk under the scorching rays of the sun.
Israeli nature reserve Ein Gedi covers an area of 15 square kilometers, and unusual for this area a tropical oasis with soaking fresh water sources contrasts sharply with the arid desert.
In the Bible it is mentioned that in the ancient settlement, the history of which goes back to the VII century BC, was hiding the young king David. In his honor, was named the waterfall, the Creek and the gorge. In the fertile lands fed by the spring water, was a wonderful city, famous for its precious incense.
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Here were found the ruins of a temple, built before our era. A small settlement in its history of existence have experienced a lot, it was destroyed by the conquerors, and re-revived. Unexpected discovery of the archaeologists at all surprised: it was discovered the ruins of the synagogue with well-preserved floor mosaics, which is lined with a strange inscription that says that the one who will reveal the secret of “afarsemon” will be cursed.
The Ancient Jews used to make balm of incense, having a strong impact on people from particular plants. Surprisingly, but the wonderful smell remained in the premises up to a year. Liquid sell by weight, they made healing ointment, which helped for various diseases. Still no one found out centuries-old secrets of cooking balm, and it is believed that this prevents the mosaic inscription.
Well-preserved water supply system even now admired by the experts and is evidence of the high technological level of the ancient settlement of Ein-Gedi.
The Dead sea has long been called the Asphalt, and he was called the Jewish historian Josephus in his Chronicles. He talks about how the inhabitants collected black clots with the surface of the water and used them to repair the ships, roofs and mummification of bodies.
Not to mention that salt mining in the city was a very profitable sector of the economy. The precious mineral had an incredibly high demand, because it was used not only in cooking. Products, generously sprinkled with salt, was long preserved, it was used in dressing skins.
Sorry, Ein-Gedi in the VI century was destroyed by nomads, and restored his 63 years ago, when the kibbutz (commune), the successor to the traditions of the city that no longer exists. In the early forties of the last century the desert came to the young and active people wanting to transform a lifeless area into a blooming oasis. Over time, the barren earth, the first shoots, and General enthusiasts – children in need of comfort.
In 1994, the kibbutz that controls all the natural wealth, gets the status of a Botanical garden. More than 900 species of plants imported from five continents, landed ideological conqueror of the wilderness in the framework of an important experiment. Now here grows lush greenery, rare and exotic plants, including poisonous. The world's only Botanical garden, coexisting with the residential settlement.
The kibbutz built a plant for the production of mineral water the same source, and here is a worldwide known cosmetics company Ahava, which produces products with the healing gifts of the Dead sea.
However, due to the fact that increased the volume of water resources of the commune, has affected the flora of the oasis. Currently, the government is concerned about the problems of national heritage and tries to regain.
One More stop – the public beach, which can be visited by any tourist. It is not recommended to dive, so that the eye does not hit salt water, and after each bath should take a shower.
Therapeutic Spa complex, offering visitors six hydrogen sulfide baths and special bath once built on the shores of the Dead sea. Guests daubed with mud, and then they go in the pool with hot spring water. The complex can be purchased as Souvenirs, and beauty based onsea minerals.
Near the Spa is a private beach, equipped free much better.
In 1973, appears Ein Gedi-nature reserve, a convenient location and the proximity to the waters of the Dead sea give it a special attractiveness in the eyes of tourists, combining Wellness with a visit to the Holy places of Israel. The warm climate and eternal sunshine create the perfect conditions for habitation of various species of flora and fauna.
A Delightful oasis, which is more like a city Park with groomed trails for Hiking visitors, is due to the streams of David and Arugot, granting him the life-giving power.
Through cracks in limestone rocks oozing rainwater from the Judean mountains, which feeds the natural springs. It goes a long way, cleaned and has a transparent springs at the Ein Gedi (Israel). Famous for its abundance of water wonderful area attracts a variety of animals and becomes a nutrient medium for vegetation. The second largest in the state oasis is a favorite vacation spot of Israelis and foreign tourists. Here the highest concentration of tropical plants, many of which are rare.
In the reserve feel at ease mountain goats, hyenas, leopards, wolves, foxes, Cape hyraxes.
The Entrance to Ein Gedi, a photo of which convey the startling beauty of nature, the paid and takes place under strict control. Visit the reserve is from April to September from 8.00 to 17.00, October to March from 8.00 to 16.00. The cost of a visit – 25 shekels.
There are several paved tourist trails of varying difficulty. They are marked on the map with bright colors: green – the light, red –harder, black – for experienced hikers in good physical condition. Hiking trails allow visitors to reserve access to natural pearls, the beauty of which defies description.
Seasoned travelers are advised to arrive at the reserve early in the morning as in the afternoon many routes with a visit to the waterfalls and steep climbs on the rocks will be closed due to the fact that you can not make it back before sunset.
One of the most interesting historical monuments is the temple calculatescore period (copper age). Elevated BC it is the oldest sanctuary. The building, which was restored in the 60-ies of the last century, is a fenced yard with the temple and the altar. Once there came the nomads to worship their gods.
The Ein Gedi nature reserve, which reviews are mostly positive, is dissected into two sections by a canyon. On its bottom is a Hiking trail leading to a beautiful cave where the water falls powerful waterfall of Nahal David. He falls from a steep rock from a height of 20 metres and is buried in the rough vegetation.
Tourists admire the unique area, reminding visitors about the need to preserve natural resources. The green oasis in the barren desert is a real delight, as plant-and-animal world of the reserve.
All note the convenient routes for people with different physical abilities, and recognized that the easiest. Guests talk about the amazing feeling when you visit a kibbutz. Stunning Botanic garden with exotic plants makes you forget about everything, and scenic areas, located in the commune, and open the truly magnificent views of the Dead sea.
An excellent beach which you can walk or take the mini train, very comfortable for the visitors, however, the salt and stones scratch the feet, so shoes are mandatory for swimming. Summers are very hot, and the most comfortable time to visit – autumn.
Some say the odor of hydrogen sulfide, causing the urge to go to the Spa. Foodies love cozy restaurants and bars, serving delicious dishes.
The nature Reserve in Israel – it's a beautiful area, which heals not only the body but also the soul. Here come with their families to relax from all the worries and problems, and healthy air and amazing nature do their thing.
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