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Around Jerusalem and the Dead Sea

Around Jerusalem and the Dead Sea Travel Guide

The Judean Hills spreading north, west, and south of Jerusalem, and the wilderness sloping eastward to the Dead Sea, offer an astonishing range of scenery. Passing from forest to desert in minutes, you encounter springs and oases, biblical sites and ancient monasteries, hiking trails and historic sites such as Masada. West of the city, nature reserves and wineries offer other worthwhile excursions from Jerusalem. More »

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Arad
Bet Shemesh
Bethlehem
Ein Bokek
Ein Gedi

Ella Valley
Jericho
Latrun
Qumran
Sorek Cave

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