Page 9 - Discover Israel Magazine - Philippines Edition 2019

Sea
the world's largest
natural spa
The high concentration of salts and
minerals, fresh air, therapeutic mud,
along with soft and gentle rays of
sunshine - all come together to
transform the lowest spot on earth
into the world's largest center for
physical and emotional health
Ofra Gazit
Spokesperson, Tamar Regional Council,
Dead Sea Israel
Photos: Israel's Flickr photostream
Photographer: Itamar Grinberg
Since the dawn of time, the Dead
Sea and its special unique
properties has always attracted
the mightiest of kings and simplest 34.2 percent - 10 times the concentration of
of people to visit and enjoy its therapeutic
properties. It was first mentioned in Genesis.
King David regularly relaxed there, and the
most powerful and influential kings and
queens in the Mediterranean region in early
history, such as Cleopatra, Queen of Egypt,
set their sights on the Dead Sea's resources.
Mark Antony gave Cleopatra the title to the
area as a gift and Herod the Great, no less
wise, leased the area for a high price from
Egypt and leveraged the strategic advantage
to develop new trade routes from Africa to
Europe. By doing so, he achieved economic
prosperity based on periodic technological
changes and its natural treasures that were
therapeutic and beneficial. We continue to
recognize these special qualities today.
Couples massage with mud
that nourishes the body
What is so special about the Dead Sea, the
lowest spot on earth, the cradle of human
settlement, that attracts medical tourism
from around the world? The concentration of
salts and minerals in the water, the fresh air, The unique properties of the sea, the fresh air,
gentle rays of sunlight, as well as the high
atmospheric pressure at this depth, all offer
their own therapeutic advantages.
The water: The water of the Dead Sea, which
is located at the lowest point on the Syrian-
African Rift, is made up of 26 minerals, some
of which can only be found there. That is why
the water from the Dead Sea is recommended
for people who suffer from rheumatic
conditions, as the minerals give them relief.
The concentration of salts in the Dead Sea is
the Mediterranean, and about 10 times higher
than the salinity of the ocean.
The mud: For hundreds of years, the mud on
the shores and at the bottom of the Dead Sea
has been known for its therapeutic properties.
The minerals nourish the skin, remove dead
cells and allow fresh, young cells to develop.
Over the years, the natural mud from the
Dead Sea has become a highly sought-after
cosmetic product.
The air: The air in this region is clean and
fresh, with an especially low concentration
of allergens, dust and pollutants. This is why
it has earned a reputation for cleaning the
respiratory system.
The sun: The Dead Sea offers soft and gentle
rays of sunlight most days of the year. Unlike
other places in Israel and around the world,
here tanning is not harmful, but therapeutic.
Floating on the water. Above: A sinkhole on
the Dead Sea shore. Photo: Ziv Shrazer
The sun helps relieve symptoms of a variety
of skin diseases - psoriasis, vitiligo and allergic
contact dermatitis.
the breathtaking views, therapeutic springs,
professional spa treatments offered at the
hotels and health centers, nature reserves
and historic sites, as well as the art galleries
sprinkled throughout the area that display
works inspired by it and life there - make a
Dead Sea vacation a very special "all inclusive"
experience.
Visiting this region will also give you a wonderful
opportunity to invest in nurturing your skin,
aesthetics and beauty. The minerals found in
the Dead Sea are used to produce cosmetics
that are sold around the entire world. One
such example is AHAVA, Israel's global beauty
ambassador. Its products are based on eco-
friendly use of the Dead Sea's treasures.
The shores of the Dead Sea are filled with
black, magical mud, and the natural cosmetic
products can be purchased in stores. And
don't forget the complementary medicine
professionals, the holistic practitioners and the
expert massage therapists who work in the
region and provide that perfect extra touch to
allow you to luxuriate on your vacation.
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