Located southeast of Jerusalem, along the Israel-Jordan border, the Dead Sea is the lowest point on the surface of the earth. Recent travelers describe a swim in these waters, which are so salty ...

The Dead Sea is the lowest point on the surface of the ... During the 15-minute swim, salt water stung the eyes and dried the mouths of Braz and Öhrman. Neither had brought goggles or a bottle ...

Thousands of people flock to the Dead Sea, found along Israel's border with Jordan, each year because it is renowned for its health-giving properties. Containing up to eight times more minerals ...