We are very blessed indeed to be living in Israel. Even though we are not Israeli's (I work here from the States) we are able to venture out and see many historical sites around the Country. Every day is quite an adventure to say the least. On this day we traveled to the Dead Sea Region, specifically Masada. Masada is known for its last stand against the Romans. A mass suicide actually took place on this Mountain (One of Herod's castle fortresses). The Jews at the time decided to commit mass suicide so they did not fall into the hands of the Romans. Women, children were also killed by their loved one's own hands. This is mentioned in the book of Josephus.
I hope you enjoy the photos. Take care.
MASADA from the main road. Dead Sea is behind us.
The kids and my mom standing next to an Israeli soldier guarding the people. This is the beginning of the cable car ride.
The kids riding the cable car up Masada.
This is on top of Masada.
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Dead Sea view from on top of Masada
Archaeology ruins on top of Masada (Dead Sea below)
Remnants of the Roman Camp below. They built enormous rock walls around their camps still visible today.
My 2 oldest girls sitting on the edge of Masada. They had a great time indeed.
My middle daughter Nasya, playing around some archaeology ruins.
Thanks for viewing my photo's. Have a great day.
You're so lucky to live close to some amazing ancient historical sites. At least for me, when I walk in a place where I know something significant happened, I can almost feel it happening around me again, like the walls of time get really thin and I can almost reach out and touch those people living out that historic event. I felt it really strongly when I stood in the room where Alexander Hamilton got married (he's the guy on our $10 bill). I'm sure the feeling would be even stronger at a place with such an emotional history as Masada. Thanks for the pictures. They are truly inspiring.
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Thank you for the nice comment. We truly are fortunate to be here. Don't know how long we will be here so we try and take advantage and go on small trips in the Country when we can.
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Interesting views.
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Thanks.
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thanks for sharing
A very historic area on earth, hopefully always be a Intertwined of brotherhood and Peace in this land
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Amen to that. Thanks for checking out my pics.
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