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Hiking Israel: The Arbel Cliffs

July 31, 2008 at 1:00 PM | 0 Comments

One of Israel's most scenic attractions, the Arbel Cliffs, rise 400 meters above the Sea of Galilee in the northern part of the country. The steep climb up to the highest peak--Mount Arbel--is worth it for the panoramic views of the countryside below.

And like most places in this country, there's some history when you get to the top. The Arbel Fortress, an ancient three-story castle, is carved into the face of the mountain and features a maze of connecting cliffs and caverns.

Check out Mount Arbel now, before part of it is turned into--and we're not kidding--a golf course.

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