Masada is a kibbutz in northern Israel. Located in the northern Jordan Valley near the Sea of Galilee, it falls under the jurisdiction of Emek HaYarden Regional Council. In 2019 it had a population of 360. Although stll called a kibbutz, it has privatised itself in 2006.
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Tiberias is an Israeli city on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee. Established around 20 CE, it was named in honour of the second emperor of the Roman Empire, Tiberius. In 2018 it had a population of 44,234.
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* This unique tour to Masada & Dead Sea , combine special experience of Bedouin hospitality with an option of camel ride. * Small group 4-10 participants, like having a private tour and enjoy the intimacy of the small group . * Late pick up, no need to wake up early on your vacation time, you can have your breakfast with no rush .
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The Sea of Galilee, Lake Tiberias, Kinneret or Kinnereth, is a freshwater lake in Israel. It is the lowest freshwater lake on Earth and the second-lowest lake in the world, at levels between 215 metres and 209 metres below sea level.
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Mount Arbel is a mountain in The Lower Galilee near Tiberias in Israel, with high cliffs, views of Mount Hermon in the Golan Heights, trails to a cave-fortress, and ruins of an ancient synagogue. Mt.
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Journey to Nazareth and Galilee on this full-day shore excursion from Haifa Port. As you travel by minivan, visit Nazareth’s Church of the Annunciation, one of Christianity’s holiest sites, and explore sacred locations around the Sea of Galilee. Roam the Capernaum ruins, where Jesus may have taught; visit the church that marks the feeding of the 5,000; stop at Yarendit, the Jordan River baptismal site; and view other biblical landmarks and captivating sights.
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The Mount of Beatitudes is a hill in northern Israel, in the Korazim Plateau. It is the traditional site of Jesus' Sermon on the Mount.
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Capernaum was a fishing village established during the time of the Hasmoneans, located on the northern shore of the Sea of Galilee. It had a population of about 1,500. Archaeological excavations have revealed two ancient synagogues built one over the other. A house turned into a church by the Byzantines is believed to have been the home of Saint Peter.
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Tabgha is an area situated on the north-western shore of the Sea of Galilee in Israel. It is traditionally accepted as the place of the miracle of the multiplication of the loaves and fishes and the fourth resurrection appearance of Jesus after his Crucifixion.
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Beit She'an, also known as Beisan, and historically known as Scythopolis is a city in the Northern District of Israel, which has played an important role in history due to its geographical location at the junction of the Jordan River Valley and the Jezreel Valley.
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️🏜️ Canyon 🏰 Historic site ⛰️ Mountain 🌲 Plain 🌲 Ecoregion ️🏜️ DesertMasada, which means fortress, is a site consisting of several palaces and ancient fortifications perched on a limestone base at 1300 feet (400 meters) of altitude, located in Israel atop an isolated mountain on the eastern slope of the Judean desert. Masada is located 80 miles (130 km) southeast of Jerusalem along the Dead Sea in a southern direction. It is also an archaeological site of great importance. This national park is under the administration of UNESCO, which will include it in the heritage of humanity. The fortress of Masada is part of the Masada National Park, and as such is a protected area. There is nothing like visiting a real gem of Herodian architecture. The remains of Herod's palace are exceptional and perfectly intact examples of this type of architecture, the most beautiful and complete in the Roman world. Visit Masada and the Dead Sea on a full-day excursion from Tel Aviv, ride the cable car to the top of the mountain for a guided tour of the 2,000-year-old ruins, then continue to the Dead Sea to swim in its unique salt-rich waters. There, you will enjoy the therapeutic benefits of the mineral-rich mud and the salty-water. For the most courageous, you can very well go to the top on foot by taking the Snake Path, which is free, the effort will be worth it, and you will admire the view. To sleep near the site, there is The Masada West Campsite nearby, which will allow you to wake up with a breathtaking view on the mountain and see the sunrise over the Dead Sea. This place is full of history, if you visit with a guide, he will tell you all the stories around the construction of this place and the events that happened there. But of course it remains an impressive geological and architectural beauty.
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