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Masada Fortress Ruins

Masada Fortress Ruins

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Masada Fortress Ruins

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PODENCAS TRACK

August 14, 2020

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Massada should definitely be included in a trip to Israel.
If you are fit walk up the hill to get a better feel for this place and be more gratified …

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Mosmas

October 9, 2020

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On a hilltop plateau at the edge of the Judean Desert in Israel, high above the Dead Sea, lies the archaeological site "Masada", a royal retreat of Herod, which he conquered around 15 BC. had built.

A gondola lift takes you to the plateau. A tour is worthwhile not only because of the archaeological treasures (including beautiful Byzantine mosaics), but above all because of the grandiose views to the Dead Sea and Jordan.

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Andreas

February 1, 2019

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Fortress built by Herod and retreat for Israeli rebels, which was besieged and occupied by the Romans in 73 AD. Especially recommended are the Nordfeste and the southern cistern. Very good to visit at sunrise, as the exposed location offers a magnificent view over the dead sea towards Jordan. If you come from the direction of Arad, you can park at the campsite, which opens "at sunrise". With us this was in January 06:00 in the morning. The short ascent to the plateau then takes about fifteen minutes.

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Snake Path to Masada – Masada Fortress Ruins loop from Masada

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