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Dead Sea 

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Wonder Type: Natural
Country: Israel
Best of: Lake
Description:
The Dead Sea has its western coast in Israel and the West Bank. It is the lowest point in the world at 394.6 m (1269 ft) below sea level. The water in the Dead Sea is extremely salty, and has been estimated to be the second saltiest major body of water in the world. Its name is derived from the fact that the water is far too salinated for marine inhabitation. [More Details]
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