Sights and Sites
The entire Dead Sea landscape is dotted with ruins of magnificent palaces, strongholds, synagogues,
monasteries and mosques. Explore the traces of the Persians, Greeks, Romans, Christians, Moslems and Jews. Essentially one large nature reserve, it's also a region where unique geological formations and a variety of animals, birds and plant life can be seen.
Beit Hassofer Museum - Kibbutz Almog Tel: 972-2-9945201
Audiovisual presentation featuring the history of Qumran and the Essens.
Qumran National Park and Visitors Center
Tel. - National Park: 972-2-9942235, Visitor Center: 972-2-9936330
Ancient caves and settlement on the northern shores of the Dead Sea where the famous Dead Sea Scrolls - the oldest biblical documents ever found - trace the history and daily lives of the mystical Essenes, a Jewish sect that fled Jerusalem 2000 years ago. Initially discovered in caves in clay jars by a Bedouin shepherd in 1947, the scrolls prompted excavations which revealed the complexity of Essene life. This restored archaeological site offers a glimpse into the life of this culture. An audiovisual show illustrates the story of Qumran. Many of the original Dead Sea Scrolls are displayed in the Shrine of the Book at the Israel Museum, Jerusalem.
Open seven days a week from 8:00. On site self-service restaurant and duty free shop.
Einot Zukim Nature Reserve
Tel: 972-2-9942355
Fresh water springs and pools, guided tours to the "Hidden Reserve", piknik tabels.