Postcard from Israel: Mitzpe Ramon

Come along as we show you the spectacular sights in the Negev town with the world’s largest erosion crater.
The Makhtesh Ramon Crater, formed naturally millions of years ago near Mitzpe Ramon in the Negev Desert. Photo by Zoe Vayer/Flash90

The town of Mitzpe Ramon is one of the most popular tourist destinations in theNegev due to the stunning Ramon Crater (Makhtesh Ramon), the world’s largest natural erosion crater.

Click on the video to see why people love to rappel and hike here, tour the high-tech visitors’ center and explore the nearby alpaca farm, local craft shops and eateries. The pace is slow but the natural beauty is in overdrive.