Wonders of the Dead Sea

Dead Sea: Unique Natural Wonders

Dead Sea: Unique Natural Wonders

On the border between occupied Palestine and Jordan, about 80 kilometers from the city of Tel al-Rabie (present-day Tel Aviv), lies one of the most unique natural wonders in the world: the Dead Sea, a sea that has been a tourist attraction for centuries due to its deep blue waters and mysterious and beautiful landscapes. In fact, the Dead Sea coastline stretches for 400 kilometers, offering visitors magnificent views of white sandy beaches and rugged mountains.

Why is the Dead Sea so special?

Although the Dead Sea is known by this name, the Dead Sea is actually a lake, but it is not a lake like any other lake. First of all, the Dead Sea represents the lowest point on earth, as its shores are located at a depth of 400 meters below sea level, and you also float easily due to its salinity, which is almost 9 times the salinity of the Pacific Ocean, this makes it difficult for living organisms to survive in the lake, hence its name. The Dead Sea for the inability of living organisms to withstand this extreme salinity. Moreover, the lake is also home to some of the world's finest geological features. For example, it has some of the largest and most spectacular salt formations in the world, with walls, columns and even natural sculptures that can reach a height of 30 meters. The landscape around the Dead Sea is also very picturesque, with rolling hills and majestic mountains as a backdrop. From the beach to the vast desert, you can see many impressive sights.

Why Visit the Dead Sea?

The first reason to visit the Dead Sea is definitely the beauty of the place, but there are more reasons. In fact, the high salinity of the lake allows you to have one of the most amazing experiences of your life: floating in the water effortlessly. Feeling weightless is very relaxing and certainly pleasant, but the Dead Sea is also known for the healing properties of its water and mud, which contain minerals that are said to be beneficial, especially for those suffering from skin conditions such as psoriasis or eczema. That's why people have been visiting the lake for centuries to take advantage of its healing properties, and the Dead Sea is a great destination for visitors looking for exciting activities. For example, you can go kayaking or sailing, explore salt caves, ride an ATV or ATV, or tour the archaeological sites surrounding the sea.

Salt Islands in the Dead Sea

The Dead Sea contains many salt islands that are characterized by exciting mystery, some of which appear to float on the surface of the water, and others appear to hide behind the waves. These wondrous islands are made up of salt accumulations formed over thousands of years, but the question that is curious is: are there secrets buried beneath the waters of that mysterious sea? Researchers point to the existence of ancient structures that may date back to ancient times beneath the surface of the Dead Sea. This mystery arouses the curiosity of researchers and explorers to explore the depths of these islands and uncover unknown secrets about ephemeral civilizations, and researchers are making intensive efforts using advanced techniques such as infrared to explore the bottom of the Dead Sea, where the complex composition of the strange salt islands is evident. Environmental challenges are also making these studies more complex, but researchers are still determined to reveal more secrets about this mysterious sea.

Tourist visits to the Dead Sea

The salt islands of the Dead Sea have an unparalleled charm that attracts tourists from all over the world, as this unique natural phenomenon has turned into an excellent tourist destination for those looking for unique experiences. Visitors can enjoy diving trips to explore the beauty of the region's distinctive marine life, as well as enjoy the stunning landscapes of the salt islands.

The salt islands of the Dead Sea offer a unique experience for photography enthusiasts, where photographers can capture magical and unforgettable moments. Besides the salt islands, the Dead Sea is distinguished by its unique waters known for its great health properties. The expedition of these islands comes to offer a glimpse of the magnificent nature and provides an unforgettable tourist experience with medical tourism opportunities available as well.

Medical tourism in the Dead Sea

Visiting the Dead Sea has become not just an ordinary tourist experience, but also a journey towards health and wellness. A large part of the benefits of the Dead Sea is due to its unique mineral content, as it contains a high content of salt and other minerals such as magnesium and potassium. Bathing in this sea is an opportunity for the body to recover and benefit from these minerals, by absorbing them through the skin.

The water of the Dead Sea is so salty that it is refreshing and rejuvenating to the skin, with many visitors present to feel better in skin problems such as psoriasis and eczema. This is due to the soothing effect of salt on the skin, which promotes its hydration and regeneration. In addition, clay found deep in the Dead Sea is useful for exfoliating the skin and stimulating its renewal process.

Some great tourist resorts near the Dead Sea

Baptism Resort (Baptism of Christ)

It is located 9 kilometers north of the Dead Sea and is considered one of the first Christian places in Christian history, and the entrance fee ranges from 3 Jordanian dinars to 12 Jordanian dinars.

Safi Crafts Resort

It was opened in cooperation with the Ghor Al-Safi Women's Associations, and it is a mixture between art and cultural and societal heritage, and it has many handmade heritage products made by the hands of the women of Jordanian society.

Museum of the lowest spot on earth and the cave of Lot

This museum has many interesting exhibits and was established in the lowest spot on earth, which gave it geographical significance next to its wonderful archaeological exhibits, and near it at the top of the hill there is the cave of Lot (peace be upon him) which is believed that Lot (peace be upon him) took refuge in the events of Sodom and Amoriyah which gives it religious importance as well