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The Lake in Timna Park

Timna Park I Photo: PR Photo: Roslan Blikov Visit2Israel

Caravans in Timna Park I Photo: PR

considered as one of Israel’s most exciting and unique parks. Besides its biblical landscape and special geological treasures, the park offers an extraordinary view of history, taking you back to the days of ancient Egypt. Back then, copper mining was profitable, and the massive mine discovered in the excavations at Timna Park reveals just how seriously Pharaoh Ramses III and the goddess Hathor took this venture. At Timna Park you can take a guided tour, such as a sunset tour or lantern tour in the dark, to explore the history in detail. Alternatively, you can walk between Solomon’s Pillars to the Mushroom or Spiral Hill and listen as the guide demonstrates and explains the fascinating ancient methods of mining copper. The tour also talks about the types of rock in this area and the natural forces that created the impressive vistas. At the park entrance, you’ll receive a

detailed map with all the attractions as well as an Instagram map with recommended places for the best pictures (including photography tips). For cyclists, Timna Park has single track trails of varying difficulties. In addition to the guided tours, the main activity for visitors is near the artificial pond where, periodically, large events and performances are held. Visitors can also sleep around the lake in caravans, tents, or in stone houses in the well-equipped camping complex. Each sleeping area also has a comfortable seating area, barbeque and fire pits, and of course - air conditioning! parktimna.co.il/he Eilat | Not just R&R Welcome to Eilat, your final destination! There’s more to do here in Israel’s southernmost city besides rest and relaxation: For instance, you

can continue exploring the desert’s natural wonders while socializing and mingling. Here are three of our recommendations, which are perfect for the hot morning hours, especially if you’ve arrived early with the kids and are still awaiting hotel check-in. One of these activities will even provide an unforgettable rain experience! Botanical Garden: Experience a unique organic, ecological garden. With all of the green, you won’t believe that you’re in arid Eilat. Upon entering the tree-lined path, you’ll discover a true wonder: unique trees from around the world that have acclimatized and flourished and are now being grown in this garden on special stone terraces. At times, you actually feel that you’re in the middle of a jungle with flowing waterfalls. The jewel in the crown is the artificial rain forest that you’ll pass through during your garden tour. Surrounded

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