Eilat, Israel
From series “Remains of the First Ancient Cities”
The Israeli city of Eilat is known to many travelers for its beautiful beaches and luxury hotels. Not everyone knows that this city is one of the oldest in the world. The port city was founded thousands of years ago. It was known as Etzion Gever in ancient times. The first official mention of the city dates back to the 10th century BC. But the finds of archaeologists indicate that the city was formed much earlier.
Nelson Glick was one of the first explorers to visit the unique archaeological area. He arrived here in 1937. It was his team that first discovered the ruins of the ancient port city. The ancient seal has become one of the most valuable finds. The name of the king of Joatham was indicated on it. The city was conquered and changed its name during the reign of the Roman Empire. The Romans called it Ayla. Several important archaeological areas are located near Eilat today. Research continues on their territory. Tourists are allowed to visit some areas. But the ancient city of Eilat attracts most travelers with its picturesque coast and a variety of inhabitants of the underwater world. 
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Useful staff nearby
ATM bankomat: 'כספומט' located in 14 km (
check the route on the map).
check the route on the map).
Car rental office: 'Europcar' is located in 15 km (
on the map).
on the map).
Fuel station: 'Watanya Petrol Station' in 12 km
Supermarket: 'משב אילת סניף שחמון' in 14 km
Parking: 'Netafim parking Roded' in 12 km
Apotheek: 'Meuhedet' in 14 km
Police station: 'Community policing center' in 14 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Pizza Del Piero' in 15 km
Nearest unique sightseeing spots to visit
15 km - The Red Sea Star
The original bar with romantic name "The Red Sea Star" is situated in Eilat and attracts visitors by its location. The bar is under the water. It is built in the starfish form and decorated in the sea style. During the relaxation, the visitors of the bar can sit by the …
From the series 'The Most Extraordinary Bars and Café on the Planet'
The original bar with romantic name "The Red Sea Star" is situated in Eilat and attracts visitors by its location. The bar is under the water. It is built in the starfish form and decorated in the sea style. During the relaxation, the visitors of the bar can sit by the …
58 km - Wadi Rum Desert
Jordan can boast with the amazing desert of Wadi Rum that has gained international fame thanks to its unique Martian landscape. The area of this stony desert is more than 740 square km. Famous contemporary films like Red Planet, Martian, Transformers, The Last …
From the series 'Top 11 Most Unusual Deserts on the Planet'
Jordan can boast with the amazing desert of Wadi Rum that has gained international fame thanks to its unique Martian landscape. The area of this stony desert is more than 740 square km. Famous contemporary films like Red Planet, Martian, Transformers, The Last …
75 km - Tomb of Aaron
Another sacred object that is amazing from the historical point of view is the tomb of Aaron that travelers can visit in Jordan. This monument is located near the city of Petra, in a remote mountainous area. A special physical training is not required to get to the top …
From the series 'The Surviving Artifacts of Jewish Civilization'
Another sacred object that is amazing from the historical point of view is the tomb of Aaron that travelers can visit in Jordan. This monument is located near the city of Petra, in a remote mountainous area. A special physical training is not required to get to the top …
98 km - Cave Bar
If you are fond of cave bars you have to visit the bar in Petra, Jordan. It is located on the territory of the unique hotel "Crowne Plaza Resor". The hotel and bar have become known all over the world due to their location – an antique cave. It was made by Nabateans, …
From the series 'The Most Extraordinary Bars and Café on the Planet'
If you are fond of cave bars you have to visit the bar in Petra, Jordan. It is located on the territory of the unique hotel "Crowne Plaza Resor". The hotel and bar have become known all over the world due to their location – an antique cave. It was made by Nabateans, …
103 km - Little Petra Caves
Little Petra Caves have placed near the Petra city, Jordan. Right here were found the unique marks on the wall painting. The paintings were made in the Hellenistic style more than two thousand years ago. It took three years to restore the paintings.
It is …
From the series 'Famous Stables of Ancient People'
Little Petra Caves have placed near the Petra city, Jordan. Right here were found the unique marks on the wall painting. The paintings were made in the Hellenistic style more than two thousand years ago. It took three years to restore the paintings.
It is …
144 km - The St. Catherine's Monastery
The St. Catherine's Monastery located on the Sinai Peninsula is also known as the Sinai monastery. That's a Christian landmark of world importance. It is located in an incredibly picturesque remote mountain area, at the foot of Mount Sinai, at an altitude of 1 …
From the series ' Survived Artifacts of Early Christian Civilization'
The St. Catherine's Monastery located on the Sinai Peninsula is also known as the Sinai monastery. That's a Christian landmark of world importance. It is located in an incredibly picturesque remote mountain area, at the foot of Mount Sinai, at an altitude of 1 …
