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Masada Fortress Ruins

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    August 14, 2020

    Hiking

    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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    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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    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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    1. Snake Path to Masada – Masada Fortress Ruins loop from Masada

    5.55km

    02:35

    370m

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    Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Hard hike. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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