The lowest places in the world. Death valley, the "Gates of Hell" and others
The experts CNN Travel spoke about the lowlands where you can experience unimaginable thrills. The lowest point is the Dead Sea, which is considered one of the saltiest on Earth. The object-level 431 m below the world ocean level. Its turquoise water has healing properties, due to the high concentration of minerals. People come here not only to get rid of various diseases and allergies but also to experience a strange feeling when immersed in water. The fact is that because of the salt content, which is higher than that of the ocean in 9 times, on the water you can just lie. Nearby, also in Israel, at the level of 209 m below sea lies another world-the bottom of the sea of Galilee. It is freshwater. It is used for spas and resorts. Near the pond is a pleasant, fertile microclimate, which is in the vicinity of the easy to grow figs, citrus, and vegetables.
Slightly higher at 157 meters is the crater lake of Lac Assal. The facility is located in the African country of Djibouti. This lake formed in the crater of an extinct volcano and has very salty water, around which were stretched white beaches. But to sunbathe lying on this beach will not work. Due to the high content of salt, it may adversely affect the skin condition. Travelers are attracted by local nature, with fossilized ancient forests.
Another valley is located in Egypt. It is 133 m below the sea. Anhydrous is a depression called the Qattara depression. Around it stretches the amazing cliffs and black sand dunes. Here live wild cats, sheep, gazelles.
Near the Caspian sea located Karagiye Trench. It was formed after the collapse of the caves. The dilapidated caves, ravines, craters, and rivers from an underground source fascinate even the most discerning travelers.
There are lowlands on the planet who do not visit dangerous. One of them is Danakilia depression in Ethiopia is one of the most hostile natural attractions in the world. The landscape is located at 125 m below the ocean. Here there are constant emissions of sulphuric acid and toxic gases. And the air was hot and toxic. However, tourists can come here to see the unique reliefs, resembling Mars.
Among others, the lowest places of the Earth – lake Baikal. Aiding (China), Death Valley (CA), hell Gate (Turkmenistan) – a glowing cleft in the earth's crust.
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