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the secrets of the Judean Desert: its ancient water cisterns, used by nomads thousands of years ago, the mysterious caves once inhabited by people in ancient times, and the myriad desert flowers that testify to the renewal of life that occurs after each rainfall. Each stop offers a captivating lesson in history, geology, and biology – and above all else, in humility before the greatness of nature. Barak Hurwitz, jeep tours, deadsea.co.il Rowing towards the white sand kayaking in the Dead Sea Kayaking towards sparkling hidden perspectives on the wonders of nature. After receiving precise directions to the meeting point, as well as life belts, we hopped into our kayaks and set off on our tour. At first, you feel as though you’re levitating above the water. The unique buoyancy of the Dead Sea makes it easy to row, and you feel almost as though you were dancing on the surface of the water. But beaches is a truly meditative experience that opens new

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the further away from the shore you get, the more challenging the rowing becomes, as the wind gets more persistent - and the views more spectacular. White, glowing salt crystals in various shapes protrude from out of the water, growing into giant human-like shapes. Docking into the small coves, formed by the accumulation of salt along the water line, is a mind-blowing experience. These are not ordinary sandy beaches, but strips of pure white salt, which from afar, look like snow sparkling in the sun. Getting out of the kayak can be a bit tricky, as your feet immediately sink into a layer of mud as you try to reach the white salt crystals. Then, once you’ve reveled in the glorious spectacle before you, it’s time to make your way back. This experience isn’t just another fun

outdoor activity – it is practically a spiritual experience, an unmediated encounter with the glory of nature - as well as with the guide’s camera (and your pictures will be waiting for you in the tour WhatsApp group). Kayak Tours, deadsea.co.il A Visit to Jojo’s Gallery in Moshav Ein Tamar Fiery colors You don’t have to be an art expert to fall in love with the artworks on display here. Jojo is a sculptor, painter, and glassblower who creates unique pieces using all sorts of recycled materials, including scraps of iron, wood, stones, random objects, things he collected in nature and on walks in the kibbutz. The gallery beautifully blends into the colors of the surrounding

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16 ATMOSPHERE SEPTEMBER 2025