Shivta military base, IDF military training base
Shivta military base is a military facility in the Negev desert in southern Israel. The site consists of training grounds, functional buildings, and open areas used for military exercises and operations.
The base was established as a training facility for the Israeli Defense Forces and has served military purposes for many years. Its location in the desert was chosen for seclusion and strategic advantage.
The base is not accessible to visitors and is surrounded by high fences. The surrounding area is a dry desert landscape with little vegetation, where daytime heat is intense.
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