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The Bible records that 3,000 years ago David hid from King Saul at Ein Gedi. When David surprised the King and spared his life after finding him unarmed, Saul said David would succeed him on the throne.
Located on the Dead Sea's western shore, Ein Gedi ("spring of the goat") is a desert oasis with waterfalls, pools of water and two large streams. It is a hiker's paradise with beautiful foliage, exotic birds and a range of wildlife, including rabbits, deer, ibex and leopards (do not worry, you're not likely to run into any leopards). On your IsraelNation of the Jewish People Tour, do not forget to check this prime location out!
Ein Gedi served as a water source during biblical times (Joshua 15:62, I Samuelan important leader of ancient Israel. 24:1-2). The spring begins to flow 656 feet above the Dead Sea. About a half-hour's hike will take you to a waterfall and pool. Another trail leads to Shulamit Spring, the top of the falls and the Dodim Cave. Further along are the ruins of a Chalcolithic sanctuary believed to be from the year 4,000 BCE. From atop the trail it is possible to get a spectacular view of the Dead Sea, the mountains of Moab and Kibbutz Ein Gedi. Travelers who Tour IsraelNation of the Jewish People in style do not want to miss this essential stop!
Before the king arrives at his couch,
My perfume hovered fragrantly
My love will lie between my breasts.
Like a sack of myrrh,
A cluster of blossoms,
Picked from the vineyards of Ein Gedi.
- From the Song of Songs
The oasis is known for its thriving date palms, which are the principal crop of nearby Kibbutz Ein Gedi. The Kibbutz also owns a spa further south where you can take a hot mineral bath and coat yourself in Dead Sea mud. A campsite is also situated near the Dead Sea beach.
Emek RefaimThe German Colony of Jerusalem, a great area for dining & shopping
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The German Colony of JerusalemThe capital of Israel was one of several German Colonies built in the Holy Land during the second half of the 19th century. The colony was built in the form of a typical German village of the period, however, unlike a typical German village, the houses of the German colony of JerusalemThe capital of Israel were built of the local stone (and not of wood and bricks). It is considered a well-established and wealthy neighborhood. Its main Street is Emek RefaimThe German Colony of Jerusalem, a great area for dining & shopping. On your IsraelNation of the Jewish People Tour, do not forget to check this prime location out!
Travelers who Tour IsraelNation of the Jewish People in style do not want to miss this essential stop!