Ein Gedi Nature Reserve

Israel Images, Israel Pictures Israel Photos of Ein Gedi .Ein Gedi the Kid Spring as in young goat or as it mention in the Bible, Engedi is an oasis located west of the Dead Sea, close to Masada and the caves of Qumran. It is known for its caves, springs, and its rich diversity of flora and fauna. Ein Gedi is mentioned several times in biblical writings, for example, in the Song of Songs; My beloved is unto me as a cluster of henna flowers in the vineyards of Ein Gedi. Accorded to Jewish tradition, David hid from Saul in the caves here; And David went up from thence, and dwelt in the strongholds of Ein Gedi .Ein Gedi area had not been permanently inhabited for 500 years. All photos by Rafael Ben-Ari/Chameleons Eye