Desert
14 desert pipes turned into Israel’s most unusual hotel – and the price? You decide
At Naot Farm, the Tzavta complex offers couples desert lodging in 14 recycled pipes with no set price. Guests pay what they choose, based on trust and belief in the “Beautiful Israeli.”
The strangest attraction you’ll encounter in the middle of the desert
Several walled oases uncovered in Saudi Arabia shed light on ancient community investment
Two off-road legends in one test: The new Yamaha Ténéré in the Moroccan desert
Into the crater: A sneak peek at the new hotel opening soon in the south
Isrotel’s revamped hotel, replacing the Ramon Inn, opens June 22 with desert- and lodge-inspired design. Launch prices start at NIS 697 per couple per night.
How diamond miners discovered a 500-year-old Portuguese shipwreck in the Namib Desert
The Bom Jesus set sail from Lisbon, Portugal, on March 7, 1533, intending to reach the Indies.
Ancient pyramid, coins, and weapons: Archaeologists unearth Judean Desert treasure trove
A 2,200-year-old pyramid-shaped structure and artifacts were uncovered in the Judean Desert, reshaping history. The IAA-led dig near Nahal Zohar invites volunteers to help uncover its purpose.
Byzantine monastery in Northern Negev reveals monastic life in the desert
Archaeologists uncover rare Byzantine-era structures near Beersheba, including a monastery, winepress, and burials.
Scientists find mysterious micro-burrows in desert marbles hinting at unknown life forms
'These tubes are apparently not the result of a geological process,' says professor Cees Passchier.
Sleeping with scorpions, waking up with camels: The desert getaway you deserve
Kfar Hanokdim blends tradition and modernity, offering a desert experience with glowing scorpion tours, camel encounters, and various accommodations, from traditional tents to luxurious rooms.
Chile's Atacama desert turns to fog harvesting – A lifeline for some of the world’s driest cities
Scientists estimate fog nets could collect up to 10 liters of water per square meter daily during peak months.
Leopard-sized ancient apex predator Bastetodon found in Egyptian desert
Bastetodon was classified as a species of the extinct group of carnivorous mammals called hyenodonts, which evolved long before modern carnivorous animals.
Desert portraits: A snapshot at Bedouin life in Israel
By stepping outside our comfort zones and connecting with people on their terms, we open our lens and hearts to the many faces of Israel that often go unseen.
Longest Greek papyrus in Judean Desert reveals Roman corruption trial before Bar Kokhba revolt
The main defendants, Gadalias and Saulos, stood accused of corrupt dealings, including falsified documents and fictitious slave sales to evade Roman taxes.
New study shows human ancestor thrived in harsh desert conditions over 1 million years ago
The research challenges the long-held belief that only Homo sapiens had the capacity to thrive in extreme environments.
