Masada

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This view up the trail gives an idea of the height of the mountain.

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This view from the top down the trail gives an idea of the height of the mountain.

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This view gives an idea of how large the top of the mountain was.

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This view gives an idea of how large the top of the mountain was.

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Masada provided a spectacular view of the Dead Sea.

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The roman army built this siege wall around the Masada fortress to make sure that no one escaped.

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These school ruins on Masada have been covered with a modern roof.

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Herod's ornate palace stood on the top of Masada.

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Herod's palace stood at the top of Masada and provided a spectacular view.

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King Herod was known for his extravagant living. This hot bath was part of King Herod's palace on Masada.