The Enchanting Dead Sea: The Lowest Place on Earth

The Enchanting Dead Sea: The Lowest Place on Earth

Did you know that the Dead Sea is the lowest place on Earth?
Nestled between Jordan and Israel, the Dead Sea has the lowest point on earth below sea level for its surface level of 400 meters or 1,300 feet below sea level.

The Dead Sea is situated at the lowest point on dry land below sea level. At 431 miles below the Dead Sea level, it's renowned as the lowest point on earth in miles with its unique natural wonders and the water's medical and therapeutic properties. In this article, let's embark on unraveling the mysteries of the Dead Sea, the lowest place on Earth, and check out the reasons why it's a must-visit tourist spot in Jerusalem, and learn some tips for first-time visitors.
 
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3 Reasons to Visit the Dead Sea

A Marvelous, Enchanting Scenic Spot


The cobalt blue-colored waters of the Dead Sea, which is actually a salt lake, are
breathtakingly beautiful and shimmering in morning sight. The rocks on its edges
appear to be snow-like caps covered with thick white salt deposits, giving it a more
surreal look. It also includes shades, open-air showers, and nighttime lighting as soon
as the sun sets.

Therapeutic and Healing Properties

The chemical composition of the lowest place on Earth or the Dead Sea water contains more or less 35 minerals consisting of calcium, potassium, sulfur, bromine, magnesium, and iodine which are medically recognized for therapeutic properties, relieving pains from rheumatism or arthritis, and healing from headache and foot ache or healing from skin diseases like eczema and psoriasis.

Try Floating and Salt Bath Spa Therapy


The Dead Sea also provides the well-known Dead Sea bath salts that have been used
worldwide to nourish and soften the skin and remove dead skin and calluses. Since the
salinity of the Dead Sea level of water is pretty much high (34%), it is ten times more
salt content compared to ocean water, you can effortlessly float while swimming in its
waters - it is one unique and must-try experience that you shouldn’t miss! Add fun to it by
reading a book while floating and add to your Instagram photos.

Tips for the First Time Visitors to the Lowest Place on Earth

Where to Stay During Your Dead Sea Vacation


Various luxury hotels are available near the Dead Sea but for a reasonable price, you can book your accommodation at  Lot  Hotel, this dead sea spa hotel is outfitted with standard rooms with the choice of a mountain view or dead sea view, deluxe rooms, a studio room, or suite or a family or classic room, with access to the balcony, Free WiFi, a bathtub, and shower, television, and air conditioning.

In the Studio or Family Room, you will have access to the balcony where you can see a picturesque, panoramic view of the lowest place on Earth, the shimmering waters of the Dead Sea.

Wrapping Up


The Dead Sea is a captivating beauty with its buoyant waters that are just enigmatic and healing properties that travelers should experience. Indulge in the rejuvenating spa therapies accessible at the lowest place on Earth.

Contact us now to book your dead sea accommodation at Lot Hotel Spa and immerse yourself in the remarkable, otherworldly experience of the Dead Sea.