Ein Gedi, Nature reserve and national park near the Dead Sea, Israel
Located in the Judean Desert, Ein Gedi features four natural springs creating waterfalls and pools amid limestone cliffs and desert vegetation.
The ancient settlement at Ein Gedi dates back to the Chalcolithic period, with archaeological evidence of a temple between Ein Shulamit and Ein Gedi springs.
The Ein Gedi synagogue from the Byzantine period contains preserved mosaics that document the settlement's significance in balsam resin cultivation.
The nature reserve opens daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, offering marked hiking trails and guided tours through its archaeological sites and waterfalls.
The reserve maintains a rare ecosystem where desert animals like Nubian ibex and rock hyrax coexist with tropical plants sustained by natural spring water.
Location: Tamar Regional Council
Website: https://parks.org.il/en/reserve-park/en-gedi-nature-reserve
GPS coordinates: 31.46667,35.39444
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:26
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Ein Gedi synagogue
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