Did you know The Dead Sea is actually an inland lake?

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The Dead Sea is an inland lake, not a sea. It is located between Israel and Jordan in the Jordan Rift Valley, which is part of the Great Rift Valley that runs from East Africa to Turkey.

Here are some additional facts about the Dead Sea:

• It is the lowest point on Earth, sitting at about 1,400 feet below sea level.
• It is also one of the saltiest bodies of water in the world, with a salt content that is about 10 times higher than that of the ocean.
• This high salt content makes it impossible for fish or other marine life to survive in the Dead Sea.

However, the Dead Sea is home to a variety of microorganisms that have adapted to the harsh environment.

The Dead Sea is a popular tourist destination due to its unique mineral-rich waters, which are believed to have therapeutic properties.