Salt cave Kolonel, Israel

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Another natural miracle is to be found in Israel, on the southern coast of the Dead Sea. Here is the only salt mountain in the world, the Colonel, as well as a cave of the same name, which attracts not only researchers but also ordinary tourists. The cave is fabulously beautiful. When only the beam of a lantern touch its walls, they begin to sparkle like scattering of precious stones. The structure of the salt cave is quite complicated, behind every steep turn incredible surprises await its guests.

The finest threads of snow-white stalactites, snow-covered galleries, amazing crystals and snow-white walls strewn with large crystals of salt. All this looks fantastic and is being surprisingly transformed when any attempt to illuminate the cave. Throughout the year, the cave maintains a constant temperature, which is about +25 degrees Celsius. This allows its incredible formations to remain unchanged for hundreds of years.

Only experienced cavers who have special equipment can visit the unique salt cave. The entrance to the cave is a deep well, which is located near Sodom mountain. It is impossible to descend into it without special equipment. For brave travellers speleo tours are regularly held, in which they, accompanied by experienced speleologists, can go down into the cave and stroll through its most beautiful galleries. Salt Cave Colonel is an ideal option for those who like unusual excursions, only available to the dedicated ones.

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Fuel station: 'Neve Zohar' in 6.33 km

Police station: 'Tourism Police' in 32 km

Cafe/restaurant: 'Aloni Neve Zohar Dead Sea' in 6.97 km

Railway station: 'Dimona' in 35 km

Nearest airports:
» Mendez Airport MZD - in 26 km

» Queen Alia Airport AMM - in 90 km

» Ben Gurion Airport TLV - in 112 km

» Marka International Airport ADJ - in 113 km

» Sde Dov Airport SDV - in 127 km

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Best hotels near Salt cave Kolonel

Aloni Neve Zohar Dead Sea

Located in 6 km from Salt cave Kolonel
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Rooms: 10

Accommodation here is air conditioned and includes satellite TV. Each room and apartment has a kitchenette with a kettle, microwave and fridge.You … More: photo, rates and booking

Dead Sea Lodge

Located in 7 km from Salt cave Kolonel
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Rooms: 4

All studios feature an equipped kitchen, satellite TV and a private bathroom. Ironing service is available upon request. There is a 24/7 grocery … More: photo, rates and booking

Leonardo Privilege Hotel Dead Sea - All Inclusive

Located in 8 km from Salt cave Kolonel
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Rooms: 280

This Leonardo Privilege Hotel is now all inclusive, both for meals and wellness facilities. The spa features a therapeutic pool and a variety of … More: photo, rates and booking

Isrotel Ganim Hotel Dead Sea

Located in 11 km from Salt cave Kolonel
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Rooms: 200

Isrotel Ganim Hotel Dead Sea's spa is complete with 2 hot tubs, a dry sauna, and sensory showers. An outdoor fresh-water swimming pool and a … More: photo, rates and booking

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26 km - Dead Sea

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The deepest place on earth is the Dead Mees, on whose coasts the guests of three popular tourist countries - Syria, Israel and Jordan can stroll. The depth of the lowland forms about 413 meters. This parameter can be extremely complicated. This is because it depends on …

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56 km - Oak of Mamre

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68 km - The Monastery of Mar Saba

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77 km - Church of All Nations

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Top destination around Salt cave Kolonel - Al-Karak

Do not forget about edible souvenirs, the choice of which is no less amazing. Local people are big connoisseurs of tea and coffee, and so different types of these drinks are available virtually everywhere. Don’t forget to buy fragrant coffee with cardamom, and Alghazaleen is often recognized as the best tea. Boxes with nuts and Arabic sweets can be wonderful souvenirs for friends or family members. Consider buying fine oriental spices in Al-Karak. Don’t forget to bargain if you want to buy something at a market or in a small shop because bargaining is an essential part of the national culture. Only large shopping malls and supermarkets sell goods at a fixed price.

Al Btoush Mall is one of the most popular shopping malls in Al-Karak. There is a supermarket on the first floor of the building. Visit it to buy the most popular regionally sourced products, tea, coffee, cosmetics, and toys. Multiple stores in Al Btoush sell luxurious gift sets of Arabic sweets. It is interesting to visit this mall in the evening because the artistic illumination makes the mall’s building even more attractive.
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