This results in a high concentration of salts and minerals in a unique composition that makes it the only place in the world with this particular therapeutic and beneficial combination of exclusive spa benefits, mineral rich salt sea and mud, thermo-mineral springs, and climatic conditions. The Dead Sea has been recognized for its medical value since Herod the Great , more than 2,000 years ago. Cleopatra , said to be the most beautiful woman in the world, had Mark Anthony conquer the area for her, and it was at her command that pharmaceutical and cosmetic factories were built. Plants growing in lakeside oases produce valuable and highly sought after cosmetics, perfumes and medicinal substances. The value of this area was so recognized and of such importance that wars were fought for its possession.
Weather conditions are almost perfect at the Dead Sea.
It has year round sunshine, dry non-polluted air, high oxygen pressure due to the low altitude, and specially filtered UVA and UVB radiation that reach only the Dead Sea, prolonging exposure time for sun radiation without causing sunburn. There is a high concentration of dark mud used for therapeutic purposes. Take advantage and treat yourself to the famous mud bath, administered by trained professionals. The Dead Sea region abounds with places of historical and archaeological interest and the surrounding mountains and valleys echo with their exciting past of the ancient prophets, imperial armies and traders traveling the silk and spice routes to the Orient. It is believed to be the site of biblical cities Sodom , Gomorrah , Admah , Zebouin and Zoar .