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Muhraka

Israel / Hazafon / Yoqneam Illit /
 church, panoramic view, monastery

Also known as Keren Hacarmel. A peak on the Carmel mountain range with an incredible view encompassing the Jezreel (Yizrael) valley stretching to the east, the hills of Lower Galilee and Samaria, the Kishon River, and the Mediterranean.

Traditionally the site where Elijah fought the prophets of Baal in the Bible (1 Kings 18:20-46). As a result, there is a monastery of the Carmelite order here.
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Coordinates:   32°40'22"N   35°5'16"E
This article was last modified 12 years ago