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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Golan

5 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Golan

Updated January 20, 2022
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Looking at the fortress keep from the cistern.

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Nimrod Fortress

Named for the biblical warrior, the largest castle in Israel actually dates to the Middle Ages.
Rujm el-Hiri

Rujm el-Hiri, Golan

Rujm el-Hiri

Tens of thousands of rocks make up what is thought to be a giant star calendar.
Quneitra

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Quneitra

Ghost Town in the Demilitarized Zone of the Golan Heights.
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Ein Keshatot (Spring of the Arches)

This sixth-century synagogue was first reconstructed digitally, then in real life.
Habokrim Restaurant

Merom Golan, Golan

Habokrim Restaurant

Saddle up to Israel's only cowboy-themed bar for a hearty (and kosher) steak.
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Ruins in the Upper City at Tel Hazor

Ayelet HaShahar, Israel

Tel Hazor

A Biblically notable site over the ruins of an ancient city that is now a protected World Heritage site.
12 miles from Golan
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Dan, Israel

Golden Calf Altar

Idol made by King Jeroboam for the Israelites.
17 miles from Golan
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