The shore of which lake is the lowest land elevation on Earth?
AnswerDead Sea
The Dead Sea shoreline lies more than 400 metres below sea level, the lowest dry land on Earth.
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7 fact-checked facts about Israel, each with the reason behind it. 5 more are in today's round and join this page after it closes.
The basics
Which sea lies along Israel's western coast?
AnswerMediterranean Sea
Israel's long western coastline, home to Tel Aviv and Haifa, faces the Mediterranean Sea.
Going deeper
What is the largest freshwater lake in Israel?
AnswerSea of Galilee
The Sea of Galilee, also called Lake Kinneret, is a freshwater lake fed mainly by the Jordan River.
Why do people float so easily in the Dead Sea?
AnswerIts very salty water is much denser
The Dead Sea is several times saltier than the ocean, and the dense brine gives swimmers extra buoyancy.
In which year did Israel declare independence?
Answer1948
Israel's Declaration of Independence was proclaimed in May 1948.
Expert level
What is Makhtesh Ramon in the Negev?
AnswerA huge erosion crater
Makhtesh Ramon is a large erosion cirque; the Hebrew word makhtesh names this rare type of landform.
Which ancient hilltop fortress overlooking the Dead Sea is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
AnswerMasada
Masada is a rugged plateau fortress built up by Herod the Great, listed by UNESCO in 2001.
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