There is more than going through a pilgrimage to the Holy Land of Jerusalem, which now sits on the country known as Israel. Part of pilgrimage trips is a tour of the Dead Sea, which plays a significant part of Jesus’ life in the bible. The Dead Sea, which actually is nominated to be one of the seven wonders in the world, is called such because no fish has been reported to be able to live with its high concentration of salt. In fact, it is known for having the highest salt concentration (32%) by any water body on the Earth. It is also the lowest point on the earth, being 1,320 feet below sea level. Because of its location, its waters contain 21 minerals including magnesium, calcium, bromine and potassium. Twelve of these are found in no other area and some are recognized for imparting a relaxed feeling, nourishing the skin, activating the circulatory systems and for easing rheumatic discomfort and metabolic disorders. The area around the Dead Sea has been occupied with hotels promoting healing and wellness, as thermo-mineral springs abide together with natural mineral spring water. Dead Sea hotels have more to offer than any other hotels in Israel – health, beauty and wellness are the most popular reasons. The Dead Sea is the only place where you can sunbathe for hours without getting a sunburn because of these layers: an extra atmospheric layer, an evaporation layer that exists above the Dead Sea and a rather thick ozone layer. Because of the high barometric pressure and constant evaporation, it has approximately 8% more oxygen than anywhere else on earth thus making breathing easier.

Of course, the signature element of the Dead Sea which has been commercialized to no end is the black mud. It is a is homogeneous mixture of Dead Sea minerals, important organic elements from the shoreline as well as earth. This what dead sea hotels offer to their clients as well – you get to experience your own Dead Sea Oasis. The most popular of all Dead Sea hotels and one of the first located directly on the beach, the LOT SPA Hotel, is located in the heart of the Ein Bokek hotel district. They offer the modern lotuSpa which brings relaxation and rejuvenation. They have rooms which provide a great view of the Dead Sea as well.

When you get the chance to travel to Israel, consider staying longer and try the hotels along the Dead Sea and experience what really is relaxation about.

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