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Next to some wonderful hiking, the views from the site are unparalleled. However, the serenity of the tombs are really what make the visit worthwhile.
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Date of experience: February 2020
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To be fair, there really isn't anything else to do in Sde Boker so no wonder it's #1. But understanding why Ben Gurion was buried here is the most interesting part of the visit. Ben Gurion loved the South of Israel and dreamed of greening the desert and expanding into the Negev. While his dream didn't end up coming to fruition what he did for Israel and the Jewish people can not be marginalized. Go and pay your respects. And while you are there see the Ibex.…
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Date of experience: December 2019
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The Negev landscape is fabulous. The tombs of David & Paula Ben-Gurion were very serene. Ibex were lurking about. A very pleasant place.
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Date of experience: November 2019
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Hot desert tomb - beautiful view of the surrounding area near the Gurions tomb. There were quite a few stones that people have put on the tombs.
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Date of experience: May 2019
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Great view over the Zin Valley easy to access. Plenty of shade and grass to rest or play with the kids. Plus given honor ti the first prime minister of Israel David Ben Gurion and his wife Polla.
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Date of experience: August 2019
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