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Golan Heights
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This plateau between the Sea of Galilee and Syria is a persistent source of conflict between Israel and its neighbors. Nevertheless, a tourism sector has developed here, offering hiking opportunities (with plenty of waterfalls), skiing (Mount Hermon), visits to ancient sites (the Temple of Banias, Kursi Monastery, Nimrod Fortress, the village of Umm el Kanatir...), the hot springs of Hamat Gader, and some of the country’s most renowned vineyards.
Overview of the Golan Heights
This rocky plateau between the Sea of Galilee and Syria, occupied by Israel in 1967 and later annexed in 1981, remains a persistent source of conflict. Despite the sometimes chaotic situation, a tourism sector has developed here, offering hiking opportunities (with plenty of waterfalls) and even skiing (Mount Hermon), visits to several ancient sites (the Temple of Banias, Kursi Monastery, Nimrod Fortress, the village of Umm el Kanatir...), the hot springs of Hamat Gader, and, incidentally, some of the country’s most renowned vineyards.
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- Area: 1,800 km².
- Altitude: 1,226 metres.
- Website: www.touristisrael.com/golan