New national park in Israel is prehistoric jewel
Once home to saber-tooth tigers, mammoths and prehistoric humans, the newly opened and scientifically important ‘Ubeidiya National Park lets visitors explore humanity’s roots.
Once home to saber-tooth tigers, mammoths and prehistoric humans, the newly opened and scientifically important ‘Ubeidiya National Park lets visitors explore humanity’s roots.
The city of Hippos was established over 2,000 years ago in the Golan Heights. The new Sussita National Park offers a glimpse of ancient life there.
A long battle ends happily as Palmahim is saved from development. ‘This park is a dear child to us,’ says Israel Nature and Parks Authority director.