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NORTHERN ISRAEL'S
SACRED LANDSCAPES
From ancient testimony to natural wonder
Courtesy of INPA l Photos: INPA
N orthern Israel isn’t just a Biblical Waters: Tel Dan and Banias (Genesis 14:14-15), a journey spanning
region - it’s a living, breathing hundreds of miles that demonstrated both
crossroads of history, faith, Tel Dan his determination and faith.
and natural beauty. Here, At Tel Dan Nature Reserve, history and
ancient stories aren't tucked nature intertwine in perfect harmony. The reserve surrounds visitors with lush
away in dusty books; they rise from the This archaeological site contains one of vegetation fed by the Dan Spring, one of
ground itself, carried by rivers, whispered by the most significant biblical discoveries of the Jordan River's primary sources. Walking
mountains, and etched into stones. the 20th century - the Tel Dan Stele with paths lead through dense forest canopy
its famous "House of David" inscription, alongside flowing streams, creating a
From the flowing headwaters of the Jordan providing archaeological evidence for the refreshing retreat even during the hottest
River to dramatic cliffs that scrape the sky, Davidic dynasty. The site's massive mud- summer months. The combination of
northern Israel invites travelers to walk brick gate, dating back 3,800 years to the archaeological treasures and natural
through history with the earth underfoot Canaanite period, stands as one of the beauty makes Tel Dan an essential stop for
and wonder overhead. This land has world's oldest intact arched structures. This understanding both Israel's biblical past and
witnessed pivotal moments that shaped area has profound biblical connections - ecological present.
civilizations, and it still stirs the soul of it was to Dan that Abraham pursued the
anyone who comes today. armies who had captured his nephew Lot
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