The Timna Park reservation is located in the south of Israel, near the city of Eilat.

It is a unique spot in the desert that attracts a huge number of visitors in light of its history and scenery.

The Park spreads over an area of some 60 square meters and is surrounded by a horse-shoe shape of steep cliffs.
At the center of the reservation lies “Mount Timna”; of 453 meters high.

Timna National Park

The valley is a Geological area which combines rocks as well as soil -containing minerals such as copper, iron, magnesium and others.

Timna National Park

The Park consists of archaeological findings that portray the usage of copper-mines in the ancient world.

Timna National Park

In addition, the park offers a variety of rock-formations that have been carved out of the stones in the desert, throughout time and following geological events.

Timna National Park

History, archaeology and nature combine in the formation of a breathtaking and unique reservation, one must not miss.

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