Its name may take on an ominous tone, but the Dead Sea is anything but dead. Deriving its title from its inability to sustain most forms of marine life, it is a place of tranquil beauty, and perhaps a bit of mystery. Sandwiched between Jordan to the east and Israel to the west, the Dead Sea lies in the Jordan Rift Valley. Not only does it possess the title of being the saltiest body of water in the world, but its shoreline is also the lowest point of dry land on Earth.
The Dead Sea is the lowest place on Earth at approximately 1,300 feet below sea level. All the water in Israel eventually runs into the Dead Sea, where it evaporates, leaving behind salt and mineral deposits. The Dead Sea is almost 1000 feet deep in its deepest sections.
The high mineral concentration of the water in the Dead Sea has an “otherworldly” appearance. The colors can be so vivid that it is hard to tell where the water and sky meet.
Ein Bokek is a small resort town situated on the shores of the Dead Sea. Warm all year round, it is a popular getaway location with hotels, spas, and beaches.
Many of the hotels at the Dead Sea are luxurious resorts with great dining, spas, pools, and other amenities.
The Dead Sea is 34.2 percent salt content—almost 10 times as salty as the ocean. You can literally lay on the water and never sink.
People often cover their bodies with mud from the Dead Sea. Its therapeutic properties are great for the skin and complexion.
The water on the Dead Sea is clear and still, creating a mirror-like effect against the background.
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