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Judaean Desert Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

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About Judaean Desert

Despite its desert climate, many streams flowing from the Judaean hills and the Jerusalem hills have carved beautiful canyons and ravines through the soft rocks in the region. Most of the attractions and sites throughout the Judaean Desert are located along the western shores of the Dead Sea. In addition to information about the attractions and sites in the Judaean Desert, this article provides expanded details regarding the various hiking trails in the Judaean Desert. Though hostile and arid, the Judaean Desert was settled since before recorded history.Jericho, which was founded over 11,000 years ago (around 9,000 BCE), is one of the oldest continuously-inhabited cities in the world, and it is the first city in the world that had walls built to protect it. Another notable place isEin Gedi

Top Attractions in Judaean Desert

Explore the best things to see and do in Judaean Desert:

  • Kelt Oasis / Nahal Prat

Judaean Desert Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 10 sections including:

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