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  2. Step into a saga of heroism and defiance at Masada National Park. This UNESCO World Heritage site, perched atop a desert plateau, offers a stirring narrative of ancient zealots’ last stand against Roman legions. Introduction. Attractions & Highlights.

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    The archaeological site is situated in the Masada National Park, and the park requires an entrance fee (even if by hiking). There are two hiking paths, both very steep: The Snake Trail leaves from the eastern side at the Masada Museum (access via the Dead Sea Highway) and gains around 301 m (988 ft) in elevation.

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  4. Masada is a rugged natural fortress, of majestic beauty, in the Judaean Desert overlooking the Dead Sea. It is a symbol of the ancient kingdom of Israel, its violent destruction and the last stand of Jewish patriots in the face of the Roman army, in 73 A.D.

  5. Oct 15, 2021 · Read our guide to Masada National Park to make the most of your visit. Climb the Masada fortress, cruise the Dead Sea and enjoy so much more by booking yourself onto a seven-day tour of Jerusalem, exclusively on Culture Trip.

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  6. Dec 7, 2017 · Masada is an ancient stone fortress in Israel, located high above the Dead Sea on a tall, rocky mesa. Now an Israeli national park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the 840-acre complex holds...

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  7. The national park sits atop a plateau along the eastern border of the Judaean Desert. It overlooks the Dead Sea and is one of Israel’s most popular attractions. Masada represents a tremendous blend of culture, history, and nature.

  8. Jan 14, 2018 · Masada National Park. On an isolated cliff top in the heart of the desert, a lofty plateau overlooking the Dead Sea and the untamed landscape of the Judean Desert, there once stood a magnificent palace. Ceremonies take place in the ancient synagogue, at the House of Learning, and additional selected locations.

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