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Ein Gedi , Kid Spring (as in young goat), KJV Bible Engedi is an oasis in Israel, located west of the Dead Sea, close to Masada and the caves of Qumran. Location It is known for its caves, springs, and its rich diversity of flora and fauna. Ein Gedi is mentioned several times in biblical writings and according to Jewish tradition, David hid from Saul in the caves here. A kibbutz, founded in 1956, is located about a kilometer from the oasis. It offers various tourist attractions and takes advantage of the local weather patterns and the abundance of natural mineral water to cultivate out-of-season produce. Prior to the founding of the kibbutz, the Ein Gedi area had not been permanently inhabited for 500 years. Photo by Rafael Ben-Ari/Chameleons Eye Ein Gedi , Kid Spring (as in young goat), KJV Bible Engedi is an oasis in Israel, located west of the Dead Sea, close to Masada and the caves of Qumran. Location It is known for its caves, springs, and its rich diversity of flora and fauna. Ein Gedi is mentioned several times in biblical writings and according to Jewish tradition, David hid from Saul in the caves here. A kibbutz, founded in 1956, is located about a kilometer from the oasis. It offers various tourist attractions and takes advantage of the local weather patterns and the abundance of natural mineral water to cultivate out-of-season produce. Prior to the founding of the kibbutz, the Ein Gedi area had not been permanently inhabited for 500 years. Photo by Rafael Ben-Ari/Chameleons Eye