Being one of Israel's popular tourist destinations, both foreign and local, it's not enough for Eilat to only offer fun attractions and beautiful hotels. The throngs of visitors—families, college students, and... Read More »
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Eilat
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- Established:
- 1951
- Time Zone:
- IDT (UTC+3 hours)
- Population:
- 46,600
- Currency:
- Shekel
- Language:
- Hebrew, Arabic
Description
Eilat sits on the southernmost tip of Israel, borders Egypt and Jordan, and lies on the tip of the Red Sea. Its beautiful beaches and clean sand make it the perfect resort city. Enjoy its luxurious hotels, pools, water sports, scuba diving, and coral reefs. For adventurers, visit the surrounding mountains and canyons, in the Negev desert, with their breathtaking views. With amazing vacation activities and an endless nightlife, Eilat is the perfect place to kick back and have fun. Eilat has been ruled by Jewish kingdoms such as David and Solomon and has been mentioned in the Old Testament a number of times. In the past 50 years, it has been an important port for Israel and a main tourism spot.
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