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July 7
The place of the baptism of John the Baptist, there are many small fish swimming in this river that tickle your feet while swimming. Many pilgrims come to this place - on the border of Israel and Jordan, to plunge into the waters considered holy according to the Bible. Even in winter, in January, having plunged headlong three times, you do not feel the cold at all. Prayers in many languages of the world are written on the walls at the entrance.
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April 6, 2021
It's very atmospheric there. There is a large gift shop on site, there is a lot of choice, there is something to look out for. You buy a shirt, go down to the Jordan and take a dip. The water is warm, if anything, there are some strange fish swimming there that start pecking at your heels. Do not be afraid, well, they say you get a free peeling. The Jordan is a shallow river, but it's beautiful and worth it. If you're on Kinneret, drop by
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December 24, 2019
The place is simply extraordinary. You can plunge into the Jordan itself. There are a lot of fish swimming in the water and when you start feeding them, the water boils from them. Hefty catfish rise from the depths. Interestingly, Jordan has a different chemical composition than Lake Keneret from which it flows. That is, the river flows through the lake! According to legend, Christ was baptized not here, but significantly lower down the river closer to the Dead Sea. This is understandable, John the Baptist lived in the Judean desert, and Yardenite is a very comfortable place, even in ancient times. But it is very convenient for pilgrims and tourists.
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