The Dead Sea is a salt lake located at the lowest point on Earth, at the border between Israel and Jordan. It is believed to have formed over thousands of years due to the evaporation of water from the Jordan River. This is due to the dry climate in the region, which has resulted in very high levels of evaporation. The Dead Sea is also fed by several mineral-rich springs, which have caused its salinity and mineral content to be much higher than other bodies of water. This has caused the water to become so salty that it is unable to support any aquatic life.

What was there before it was the Dead Sea?

Before it was the Dead Sea, the area was home to five cities known as the ‘Cities of the Plain’. According to the Bible, the cities were destroyed by God due to the wickedness of their inhabitants. The cities were Sodom, Gomorrah, Admah, Zeboiim and Zoar.

What is the history of Dead Sea?

The Dead Sea is an endorheic salt lake located in the Jordan Rift Valley between Israel and Jordan. It is the lowest elevation on Earth and the second saltiest body of water after Lake Assal in Djibouti. The Dead Sea has a long and rich history, with evidence of human activity dating back to the Paleolithic period. Ancient Egyptians and Syrians made use of the mineral-rich waters for medicinal purposes. During the biblical era, the Dead Sea was a destination for travellers and pilgrims, and a source of salt and other minerals. In recent centuries, the Dead Sea has become a popular tourist destination and is renowned for its healing properties. It is also a popular site for research and development in fields such as geology, hydrology, and biology.