Dead Sea

Facts

• Also known as Salt Sea, Asphalt Sea, the Sea of the Plain and the Eastern Sea.

• It is the saltiest lake in the world. The salt content is 5 times that of the oceans.

• Nothing sinks in the Dead Sea.

• It is the lowest point on earth at 417 meters (1,373 feet) below sea level.

• It is surrounded by Israel, Jordan and the West Bank.

• The Dead Sea has been receding as the rate of evaporation surpasses the replenishment of water from the Jordan River.

• Dead Sea salts (or minerals) consist of calcium, potassium, magnesium, sodium and iron, sulphur, phosphorus and chlorine.

• Dead Sea salts are found to have a rejuvenating and revitalizing on skin which makes them popular ingredients in exclusive skin care products.

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