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INTRODUCTION
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DAY ROUTE
PHOTOS
RESERVATION
INFO
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- Timna,
the oldest copper mine in the world dates back some 6000 years
- Nechustan
, the bronze serpent + Hathor, goddess of the Mines, are
reminders of the cults and ancient cultures that inhabited the
area.
- Timna,
a window to a geological history created by the forces of climate,
and movement of the Syrian-African Rift which has exposed the
rocks... lifted
and broken layers & bolders... fashioning a dramatic and
diverse landscape .
- Within
Timna, is a replica of the Tabernacle (an elaborate, portable,
tent that
served as G_d's home when the Israelites were in the wilderness)
which G_d
instructed the Israelites to build & take with them on their
exodus from Egypt.
ALL THESE CONVERGE IN TIMNA
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| ROUTE
• Drive
north from Eilat about 22 km. (12 miles) along the Rift Valley into
the desert, turning west into Timna,
• Enter the park stopping at the Visitor's Centre to see the
unique, multimedia presentation that brings the story of copper
mining to life, explores the history and culture of the people,
and gives the geological background of the area.
• Drive through the park to the area of the sand-filled plates
(that led to Timna's rediscovery)
•Hike through the arches, the niches, the mining shafts, and
mountains where the harsh environment gives a glimpse into the reality
of life of an ancient miner.
• Return to the car and drive on through the park passing by
and stopping at some of the various geological formations &
archaeological sites such The Mushroom, Solomon's Pillar's, Hathor's
Temple, The Smelting Area etc.
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Continue driving
through the park to Rest Area at the man-made lake, where you can
stop for a snack at the Snack Bar or enjoy a cup of tea and pita
in a Beduin tent.
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Continue your tour to the Hai Bar, before returning to Eilat in
early afternoon.
Link to Har Bar for information.
* Itinerary subject to change in the event of any unforeseen
circumstances or at the tour guide's discretion.
Don’t forget: Good walking shoes, hats, water !
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Visitor's
Centre |
Mine
shafts - still have blue veins of copper |
Solomon's
Pillar's |
| Climbing
down |
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| Reservation
Information |
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| Tour
Name |
Days
Operating |
Price |
Child
Reduction |
Comments
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Day Timna/HaiBar |
Sundays |
$48.00 |
$8.00 |
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Contact
us for reservations ! |
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