NEWSLETTER NO' 3 | 01.03.2011 WHY VOTE FOR THE DEAD SEA? The world contains an abundance of varied and beautiful locations, which fascinate and excite visitors, but the Dead Sea region is unique, combining history, geography, nature, health and beauty, and has attracted visitors throughout human history. Even in ancient times, the Dead Sea was the focus of important events: In the Bible, Abraham, the father of Isaac and Ishmael, rescued his nephew, Lot, from Sodom and Gomorrah, minutes before the wicked cities were demolished by divine punishment; King David fled from the wrath of Saul to the Dead Sea region, and the heroic tale of Masada took place by the Dead Sea. Read more > The Ein Gedi Marathon and First Masada Race - 2011 The Ein Gedi Marathon and the Masada Race constitute a wonderful opportunity for athletes and nature lovers to run and walk among the natural wonders, alongside the enchanted banks of the Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth, nestled between the breathtaking mountains of the Judean and Moab deserts. Read more > Tour the Dead Sea 2011 pedals the Dead Sea to the finals of the New 7Wonders of Nature The fifth annual Tour de Dead Sea cycle race will pedal along the coast of the Dead Sea on March 5th, 2011. Over one thousand riders, amateurs and professionals from Israel, Jordan and overseas, will cycle this year in support of the Dead Sea's candidacy in the finals of the New 7Wonders of Nature global campaign. The event takes place at the lowest point on earth, where great historical significance meets breathtaking desert settings. Where the hilly Judean Desert slopes into the bottom of the Great Rift Valley. Read more > 7 Wonders of Nature Campaign – Statistic Report Every week, this website publishes statistics indicating the status of each of the websites participating in the campaign, by various cross-sections. The statistics show the progress of the campaign, and position the Dead Sea versus the other 27 competitors. You are invited to keep track of the Dead Sea's status in the campaign and help it finish among the seven winners. Read more >