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moved page Kinarot Valley and the Sea of Galilee to Sea of Galilee region "Kinarot Valley" is an obscure name (even in Hebrew), more used in a geographical sense - tourists just say they are visiting the Kineret/Sea of Galilee
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The '''Sea of Galilee''' (Hebrew: ''Yam Kinneret'') is the largest freshwater lake of [[Israel]]. It is a picturesque lake located in the east of the [[Galilee]] region (the [[Golan Heights]] are on the other side of the lake). The area is best known for its Gospel associations with the life and ministry of Jesus. As such, it forms a natural destination for pilgrimage among all varieties of Christians. Its beaches are also a prime recreational spot for Israelis and foreigners alike.
==Cities==
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* {{listing| name=[[Tiberias]] | alt= | url= | email=
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| content=with its various archaeological remains
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==Other destinations==
The following sites are listed roughly from north to south. <!-- Note to editors: if you add any more sites, separate them from this list with a space! -->
* {{see
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| content=A Talmudic town overlooking the Sea of Galilee. It features the remains of a lovely basalt synagogue.
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* {{see
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| content=the house of Peter as well as a marvelous ancient Roman synagogue
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* {{see
| name=Church of the Multiplication at Tabgha | alt= | url= | email=
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| content=The Primacy Church and a church retelling the Gospel account of the miracle of Jesus Feeding the Multitude.
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* {{see
| name=Hurvat Minnim | alt=Khirbat al-Minya | url= | email=
| address= | lat=32.88 | long=35.56 | directions=
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| content=Remains of a palace from the Umayyad period (8th century). North of Genossar.
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* {{see
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| address= | lat=32.84443 | long=35.52528 | directions=
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| content=Site of Jesus Boat Museum
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* {{see
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| content=A magnificent viewpoint over the Sea of Galilee and the surrounding areas. A steep trail leads from the peak to the Sea of Galilee. A castle dating to the Roman period is nestled in the cliff, partway down the trail. Beautiful, but not for those scared of heights.
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* {{see
| name=Horns of Hittin | alt=Karnei Hittin | url= | email=
| address= | lat=32.79838 | long=35.45972 | directions=
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| content=Where the crucial battle over the Holy Land took place between the Mameluks and the Crusaders. Now it is just a barren hill though.
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* {{see
| name=Kinneret Cemetery | alt= | url= | email=
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| content=Overlooking the See of Galilee. A number of early Zionist leaders and pioneers are buried here, including Berl Katznelson.
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* {{see
| name=Degania | alt= | url= | email=
| address= | lat=32.70790 | long=35.57613 | directions=
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| content=The first Kibbutz. It houses Gordon House which is a regional museum of nature and prehistory.
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* {{see
| name=Museum of Yarmukan Culture | alt= | url= | email=
| address= | lat=32.68539 | long=35.60546 | directions=
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| content=A small museum documenting the Levant's most prominent Neolithic culture. Located in Kibbutz Sha`ar Hagolan.
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* {{see
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| content=Christian site not to be missed. It is to be remembered, though, that the baptismal site described in the Gospels is situated a few miles away in Jordan. Bring swim wear and a robe if you plan on having a baptism in the river. An excellent restaurant is on premises: "Tmarim" palms fusing French cooking techniques with local Canaanite ingredients.
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* {{see
| name=Rob Roy - Jordan river kayaking | alt= | url=http://www.robroy.co.il/english/ | email=
| address= | lat=32.70944 | long=35.56860 | directions=Down the road from the Baptismal site
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| content=Kayaking and other water activities on the Jordan River
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* {{see
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* {{see
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* {{see
| name=Hamat Gader | alt=Gadara hot springs | url=http://hamat-gader.com/en/ | email=
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| content=The hot springs here have been a tourist magnet since Roman times. Current attractions include Israel's largest spa complex, Roman ruins, a large crocodile and alligator farm, and a water park. Hamat Gader very close to the [[Jordan]] border (but is perfectly safe). The Roman city of Gadara is located in Jordan (see [[Irbid]]), in the hills above Hamat Gader; there is currently no access between the two. As a mnemonic, Hamat Gader is where you can see 'gators.
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==Understand==
[[Image:SEA OF GALILEE - AERIAL VIEW Itamar Grinberg IMOT (15173693126).jpg|thumb|right|300px|Sea of Galilee]]
==Get in==
==Get around==
==Do==
The Sea of Galilee itself is an interesting destination for '''water activities''' - leisure cruises, Christian holy site cruises, water sports, kayaking, SUP (standup paddleboarding), and more. Companies offering these attractions include [http://eingev.co.il/en/activities-on-the-water/kinneret-sailing-co/ Ein Gev Kinneret Sailing Company], [http://www.seaofgalileesail.com/#!blank/b9rvr Sail on the Sea of Galilee], and [http://www.halomolami.co.il/he/contents/?contentCatID=78 Halom Olami].
==Eat==
[[File:Tilapia zillii Kineret.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Tilapia zilli (redbelly tilapia, "St. Peter's fish"), served in a Tiberias restaurant]]
==Drink==
==Sleep==
* {{sleep
| name=Tulip Inn Sea of Galilee Hotel | alt=Tulip Inn Sea of Galilee Hotel | url=http://www.inisrael.com/fattalhotels/North/Tulip_Inn/ | email=
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| content=Tulip Inn Sea of Galilee is a pastoral resort village boasting the most tranquil of surroundings, the highest standards of hospitality, and service characterized by warmth and love.
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| name=Ein Gev Holiday Resort | url=http://www.eingev.com/ | email=
| address= | lat= | long= | directions=Ein Gev, on the shores of the lake
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| content=One of the largest resorts in the area with 166 rooms.
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==Stay safe==
==Go next==
* [[Galilee]]
* [[Golan Heights]]
* [[Beth Shean Valley]]
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{{related|Holy_Land}}
{{related|One_month_in_the_Holy_Land}}
[[wikipedia:Sea of Galilee]]
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[[commons:Sea of Galilee]]