One short drive from Tel Aviv on the border of Jordan is the magnificent Dead Sea. The Dead Sea is famous for being one of the world’s saltiest bodies of water, and tourists flock from around the world to visit this one-of-a-kind body of water.
The Dead Sea gets its name from the fact that there is no aquatic life in its waters – the high levels of salt make the water unsuitable for plants and animals to live in. However, this saltiness provides a fun benefit for visitors – it makes you float! The density of salt in the water means that instead of sinking or going for a swim, you can simply lean back, relax, and enjoy the uniquely buoyant experience!
Salt at the Dead Sea isn’t limited to the water – there are thousands of interesting above-ground salt formations surrounding the lake, in addition to the Dead Sea mud which provides many benefits for all types of skin, so be sure to go exploring the shore before you head out for the day!
Along with its impressive natural properties, the Dead Sea is a centerpiece in Middle Eastern history. The Dead Sea Scrolls, discovered on the northern shore of the Dead Sea in the 1940s, are the oldest surviving manuscripts of entire books that were later included in the Bible. Many of the scrolls, along with other fragments of writing discovered around the Dead Sea, can be seen at the Israel Museum in Jerusalem.
If you visit Israel, be sure to add the Dead Sea to your itinerary. It’s an experience you simply wouldn’t want to miss!
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