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reach the bench itself Walking distance from the car: About an hour Accessibility for strollers and wheelchairs: None Best time to come: Early in the morning or late afternoon 05 | In the silence of the desert The plains of the Arava In the heart of the Arava, atop the Shizaf birdwatching deck, lies a special bench, built in memory of Nir Abuhatzira z”l, a resident of Moshav Hatzeva who was killed in a tragic hit-and-run car accident in 2024. Her family built this little corner of peace and recollection in one of her favorite places. As you sit on the bench and face the Negev Mountains, a sense of peace and tranquility comes over you, allowing you to connect with the story of this young woman whose spirit and smile live on in the beautiful landscapes of the Arava. Accessibility: Requires a short walk in open, sun-exposed desert terrain Walking distance from the car: 2 minutes Accessibility for strollers and wheelchairs: None Best time to come: Early in the morning or at sunset *Access to all benches is free and without any time restrictions ˆ Eran and David Gal-Or are the editors of the “Maslulim-Israel” website and app: maslulim-israel.co.il

Photos: Eran and David Gal-Or

Mitzpe Sahar

The Jerusalem Hills

swings inviting visitors to take a seat in front of the gorgeous open view - especially magical at sunset. Accessibility: Requires walking up a wide, sun-exposed path Walking distance from the car: 10 minutes Accessibility for strollers and wheelchairs: None Best time to come: All times of the day, especially in the afternoon and at sunset 04 | The “Will you Marry Me” Bench The Jerusalem Hills In front of the beautiful Judean Hills, in a quiet and secluded corner of the forest, there’s a special wooden bench that was originally placed

to serve as a romantic spot for marriage proposals. But whether you’re looking for the perfect marriage proposal location, or just a quiet spot to relax and enjoy the view, this is a great place to come. Accessibility: Requires a bit of moderate walking along a wide and sunny path, and some more walking down a short and narrow trail to

The plains of the Arava

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