13 Interesting Dead Sea Fun Facts- The Sea of Death

The Dead Sea, also known by other names like the Sea of Salt, the Primordial Sea, and the Sea of the Arabah, is located between Israel and Jordan in Southwestern Asia. Its high salt content, medicinal properties, and other properties make it one of the most popular tourist destinations around the world. But what makes it so interesting? Read this blog to discover 13 interesting Dead Sea fun facts for kids. 

Amazing Dead Sea Fun Facts 

1. It is a salt lake shared between Israel and Jordan. 

2. The Dead Sea stretches over 51 km and is 18 km wide. 

3. It is known as Yam HaMelach in Hebrew in which yam means sea and melach means salt. 

4. The water of the Dead Sea is known for its high salt content which is 34.2%. 

5. It is the world’s fourth saltiest water body after Antarctica’s Don Juan Pond and Lake Vanda and Dijbouti’s Lake Assal. 

6. Whoever enters the water of the Dead Sea automatically starts floating due to its high chloride, potassium, and salt content. However, you can die if caught in strong winds.

7. It is also known as the Sea of Death as no life can ever evolve due to its high salinity. 

8. The beaches of the Dead Sea are located approximately 430 meters below the sea surface. Accordingly, it is the lowest place in the world.

9. The water of the Dead Sea is known for its medicinal properties as it contains 26 essential minerals. 

10. The air contains lower amounts of dust and allergens as compared to other places in the world. 

11. While some people prefer dipping in the sulfur-rich pools of the Dead Sea, others prefer rubbing their bodies with the black mud found at its banks. 

12. It is known to cure certain skin conditions such as psoriasis. 

13. The Dead Sea is also mentioned in the Bible.

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