Timna Park

National park · Beersheba ·

Timna Park

National park · Beersheba ·

Ancient mineshafts, clifftops, unique geological formations

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פארק תמנע, 8880200, Israel Get directions

@afar

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"Get Great Views of the Negev Desert A beautiful 15,000-acre park in Israel's Negev Desert, north of Eilat, Timna Park offers visitors spectacular views of the arid desert landscape and ancientgeological formations. One highlight is the copper mine at Mount Timna, which scientists and historians consider to be the world's very first. At least 6,000 years ago, the areawas mined by ancient Egyptians by order of their pharaoh, as well as by Israelites under the rule of King Solomon. Tours of the park, including highly recommended bike tours, are available daily, as is zip-lining, pedal-boating on the artifical lake, and the Timna Safari Shuttle, which leaves from Eilat."

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Timna Park

@eater

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Gramercy Park Italian Cafe Shutters After Nearly 10 Years — and More Closings | Eater NY

"I learned that Middle Eastern/Israeli restaurant Timna appears to have closed earlier than its planned April 14 date; the East Village location was recently cleared out and chef Nir Mesika said on Instagram the closure was due to financial issues and disagreements; Timna had opened in 2014 and its food was well received by critics and diners." - Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya

https://ny.eater.com/2019/3/7/18255120/spring-summer-recent-restaurant-closures-nyc-2019

Timna Park

@nomadicmatt

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"Located in the far south near Eilat, Timna Park features incredible geological formations — huge sandstone pillars and vividly colored sands — and hosts an annual hot-air-balloon festival each autumn. " - Matthew Kepnes

https://www.nomadicmatt.com/travel-blogs/things-to-see-and-do-israel/

Timna Park

Milch J.

Google

Beautiful nature and cool things to look at. It's just crazy what some rain in a desert can do. The park is well preserved and you can go through by car. You then have to walk just a little bit to get close to the thing. You can also do a bit longer walkings, where you get to see interesting nature. Sometimes, offroad offers you more. Unfortunately, the tabernacle was closed. I don't know if it is always closed or just when we've been there in November. If you can, buy your ticket online. There you get a combination ticket with the Underwater Marine Observatory. We didn't succeed in buying the ticket. And we don't know if it is available for people with a non Israeli credit card or phone number.

Solomon K.

Google

Amazing experience starting at the visitors centre and throughout the park. Well organised, lots to do, lots of interesting places to see with interestinghistory. Great walks short and long. Incredible views and landscapes. Don't miss.

Ellie S.

Google

Great park, well worth a visit over a few days. The park ticket is 48 shekels each for adults and you get a code that gives you access to the park for 7 days. There are lots of walks available of different lengths and difficulties, plus bikes for hire and bike paths alongside the road. We did 2 of the shorter walks, the mushroom and the mines/arches on one day plus spiral hill viewpoint. Recommend going early in the morning as even in November the heat made it hard and the sand can be quite deep in places on the walks. On day 2 we went to Timna lake, there are pedal swans you can go on, a cafe, gift shop, visitor centre and there are bottles you can fill with sand to take home as part of your ticket. There are campsites too for the more adventurous and going on longer hikes. Highly recommended visiting, great scenery and value for money.

Leead D.

Google

Amazing landscape, many things to see and trails to hike. Very well kept park. But be ware that you need to manage your own food (have with you there). Many places around close early, especially on Friday.

FFM9

Google

World oldest copper mine, in the middle of the desert. Plentiful to see, from natural wonders, rock formations, natural arches, to historical sights, such as rock carving, Egyptian temple of Athor and Egyptian underground mines, some of which you can enter and crawl in. You must come by car, there is no public transportation inside the park, but there is a well defined, well kept and made cycling route. The fee covers you for 7 days of entries, and you get a dial in code to enter the park anytime, even during tourist center closing. Do not miss the visit center, spend at keaat 40mns there, the exhibitions are well worth it, and check with the Ranger on site for guidance based on your interests and stamina. Haza was in charge that day, and outstanding guide. Thanks to his pointers we could define a trip easy for our 7 years old, with a lot of small exciting climbs and go to a massive sand dune. Near the lake / restaurant, , there is a coloured sand bottle filling station, great gifts to all visitors. From all around you have wonderful views on Israel, and over the border toward "Palestine" (aka Jordan) Do not forget, this is the desert, closed shoes are mandatory, and bring water, the only refilling station is at the very end, at the lake.

jjj C.

Google

Beautiful desert park, 20 minutes drive from Eilat. Mainly car trails with sightseeing or trekking stops, historic sites, an artificial lake, a restaurant and activities for the kids. Accessible in extreme heat or pleasant weather alike. A lot of the park is wheelchair accessible.

David Clement N.

Google

The visit made sence, in a weird way. You think you have seen the mountains, and the park seems like a boring extend to the same mountains, but its not! Friendly people, visualization of the ancient story of the place, and much more makes it worth the visit. Much of the park is accessible by car, which makes it possible to visit, even on the hottest days. There is animals if you look in the shade of the lonely trees. I recommend it!☺️

Pe G.

Google

It’s a breathtaking place, a must-have for hiking lovers. Plenty trails at different length and difficulties, it gives a good variety selection. A choice for bike rental is also a good addition if you would like to boost the experience.