Mitzpe Ramon is the town that overlooks the incredible crater of Makhtesh Ramon. For a few years some unusual hotels have been opening in this little town. It's a good place to stay to explore the crater.

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Shalom and welcome to Israël! Did you imagine lands dating back to the time of Moses? Israël has become a very modern country, with overwhelming technological advances: the GDP per capita of this tiny country is just behind the UK on a global scale! To come to Israël, is to immerse yourself in a land where legend and reality are intimately linked. From the little streets in Jerusalem to the Mount of Olives,, from the fortress of Massada, in Sinaï, to the wailing wall in Tel Aviv; there isn’t one place that hasn’t been mentioned in a historical text... and it’s for the best! However, Israël, isn’t only about that: the coastal resort of Eilat, the shores of the Dead Sea or even the long walks in the desert are all options for excursions, walks and adventures, just waiting to be lived. Why not also try and visit Palestine, where you will be welcomed by a proud and warm populace, always happy to share their history and amazing heritage, built up over thousands of years by different cultures who have resided there. So don’t be intimidated and go and explore this unknown land, to discover, day after day, the thousand and one facets of an extraordinary destination!

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The favorite seaside resort of Russian oligarchs and salt water bathing fans: the Dead Sea.

On this little portion of the Middle East, no larger than the size of Austria, the beauty of culture and nature permanently compete with one another. See for yourself: you are in one of the cradles of humanity and history in this land stretching back over more than 9 millennia. During your vacation in Jordan, you will peruse a life-sized history book. It only requires travelling to Jordan to experience it: from the banks of the enigmatic Dead Sea to the Jordan Valley passing via the superb city of Petra, rendered eternally famous by Spielberg in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. Biblical echoes mix with those of Greco-Roman ruins. As far as nature is concerned, you will also be captured by the beauties of Jordan: At the top of the list, the desert of Wadi Rum, called “the valley of the Moon,” is a harmony of colours where rocks, sand, granite and sandstone intertwine to create the most magnificent life-sized murals. In addition, the deep canyons of the desert or the colourful underwater floors of the Red Sea will not fail to enchant you...

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Mount Tabor is a hill surrounded by plains near Nazareth. This particular location probably explains why it is of interest in different religious traditions.

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Mount Thabor is, above all, a climb. There's a road that leads to the summit, but the more courageous amongst you will want to climb the slippery path, water bottle to hand. I suggest you come down via the road at sunset. You'll get a panoramic view of the valley and enjoy the last rays of sunshine as they reflect off the water below.
Remains of three monotheistic religions, a huge terrace from which to admire the view, terraced gardens on the mountainside...it was a wonderful sight. The Church of the Transfiguration, with stunning mosaiques on its vaulted ceiling, is well worth a visit!
An afternoon is time enough to do a tour and once you're back on the road, why not stop at the Sea of Galilee?

From Mount Thabor, you'll get a magnificent viewof the Jezreel Valley.

The only thing to see on Mount Tabor is the Church of the Transfiguration. This might appeal to some visitors more than others, but one thing is certain, there is something special about this hill and I have returned several times since. I did not go back for the religious monument, but to once more submerse myself in that Galilean atmosphere that you can feel at the summit. A tranquil path borders the low stone walls, with olive and cork oak trees leading the way to the Church. If you look over the walls, you will notice some ruins. These are the remnants of a monastery built during the era of the Crusades. Continuing this walk, you will discover the various valleys which surround Mount Tabor and even the lake of Tiberias if when the sky is clear.   If you find yourself in Nazareth or on the lake of Tiberias during your <a href="/israel/">stay in Israel</a>, you could permit yourself a small detour to Mount Tabor either for its religious symbolism or its bucolic atmosphere.

Mount Tabor is a hill surrounded by plains near Nazareth. This particular location probably explains why it is of interest in different religious traditions.

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