Dead Sea - Wikipedia
WEBThe Dead Sea is a salt lake is bordered by Jordan to the east and Palestine's Israeli-occupied West Bank and Israel to the west. It is an endorheic lake, meaning there are no outlet streams. The Dead Sea lies in the Jordan Rift Valley, a geographic feature formed by the Dead Sea Transform (DST).
What is the Dead Sea? The Complete Guide | Dead Sea
WEBSep 18, 2020 · The Dead Sea is a salt lake located in the Judean desert of southern Israel, bordered by Jordan to the East. With its origin dating back to some four million years ago, it is one of the earth’s saltiest bodies of water and is the lowest point on earth.
Dead Sea | History, Location, Salt, Map, Minerals, & Facts
WEBApr 19, 2024 · Dead Sea, landlocked salt lake between Israel and Jordan in southwestern Asia. It has the lowest elevation and is the lowest body of water on the surface of Earth. Learn more about the Dead Sea, including its physical features and environmental concerns.
The Dead Sea - Geology Science
WEBJul 8, 2023 · The Dead Sea is a unique and captivating natural wonder located in the Middle East, bordered by Israel to the west and Jordan to the east. It is a saltwater lake renowned for its exceptionally high salt and mineral content, making it one of the saltiest bodies of water in the world.
Dead Sea - WorldAtlas
WEBSep 8, 2021 · The Dead Sea, also known as the Salt Sea, is a saline lake in southwestern Asia located between Jordan and Israel. This natural wonder is located at an elevation of 430.5 meters below sea level, making it the Earth’s lowest land-based feature.
Dead Sea Facts | Britannica
WEBDead Sea, landlocked salt lake between Israel and Jordan in southwestern Asia. It has the lowest elevation and is the lowest body of water on the surface of Earth. Learn more about the Dead Sea, including its physical features and environmental concerns.
THE DEAD SEA - Visit Israel Visit Israel - Israel Travel
WEBThe Dead Sea, officially The Lowest Place On Earth (428m Below Sea Level) And A Shortlist Candidate For The World’s 7 Natural Wonders, Is An Enthralling And Evocative Combination Of Natural Splendor, Compelling Ancient History And Modern Luxuries.
Dead Sea summary | Britannica
WEBThe Dead Sea is the lowest body of water on Earth, measured in the mid-2010s at about 1,410 ft (430 m) below sea level. Its water level was dropping, however, by some 3 ft (1 m) per year, largely because the inflow from the Jordan River had been reduced considerably.
Dead Sea - New World Encyclopedia
WEBThe Dead Sea (Arabic: البحر الميت, Hebrew: ים המלח, translated as Sea of Salt), is a salt lake lying on the border between the nations of Israel and Jordan. Commonly known as the Earth's lowest point, it occurs at 1,371 feet (418 m) below sea level, making its shores the Earth's lowest point not under water or ice. It is the ...
Dead Sea - Wikiwand
WEBThe Dead Sea, also known by other names, is a landlocked salt lake bordered by Jordan to the east and the Israeli-occupied West Bank and Israel to the west. It lies in the Jordan Rift Valley, and its main tributary is the Jordan River.
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