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Category: Near Gush Etzion

August 11, 2019July 14, 2020 Susannah

True Nahal Katlav

Hikes near Beit Shemesh, Hiking Through Israel, In and Around Jerusalem, Near Gush Etzion
True Nahal Katlav

It’s a deep dark riverbed that’s hidden away from the rest of the world: the perfect place to experience cool solitude on a summer morning.

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August 5, 2019May 19, 2020 Susannah

Off the Beaten Track Around Har Ya’ale

Hikes near Beit Shemesh, Hiking Through Israel, Near Gush Etzion, Off the Beaten Track, With Kids and Family
Off the Beaten Track Around Har Ya’ale

We had fun beating out the sound of war drums. Who knew what unexpected fun we would find on a random Friday morning adventure?

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July 17, 2019May 19, 2020 Susannah

Ma’arat HaTeumim – Twins Cave Trail

Hikes near Beit Shemesh, Hiking Through Israel, Near Gush Etzion, With Kids and Family
Ma’arat HaTeumim – Twins Cave Trail

Just for fun, it seemed like now was a good time to turn off our flashlights and see what the cave was really like. It was utterly and completely black. The darkness was palpable.

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June 18, 2019September 14, 2020 Susannah

Sweet and Simple in Nes Harim – Beit Itab

Hikes near Beit Shemesh, Hiking Through Israel, Near Gush Etzion, With Kids and Family
Sweet and Simple in Nes Harim – Beit Itab

In those early morning hours, the sun made the wild wheat and dry flower stalks look more like woven gold. Under the shadow of trees, we began to notice how pretty the summer landscape really was when it was out of the harsh midday light.

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May 13, 2019May 19, 2020 Susannah

Beyond Kobi Bridge

Hikes near Beit Shemesh, Hiking Through Israel, Near Gush Etzion, Off the Beaten Track, With Kids and Family
Beyond Kobi Bridge

On Independence Day, to be able to find a well-marked and naturally beautiful trail that’s completely secluded is no small feat.

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