It’s been a while since I’ve posted photos from scenic Israel. I’ve decided its time to give Tel Aviv and all its markets and galleries and clubs a rest, and head into the wild, or the desert at least. I’ve chosen two photos; both competed in an online photography contest held by Mochiller. The competition took place a while ago and I have no clue about its outcome, but the pictures are stunning and they were taken in places less familiar to the tourist coming to Israel for the first time.

Group of travelers in the Small Crater of the Negev

Isragirl Presents : Travelers in the Small Crater, Photo by Niva Simon ©

This photo by Niva Simon was taken in the small crater in the Negev. The craters of the Negev (Ramon Crater, Big Crater and Small Crater) formed over years due to the disappearing of the ocean and the change in river flows. The crater is a valley surrounded by steep walls and drained by a single riverbed. Ramon is the world’s largest crater of this type. In the photo you can see a group of travelers walking towards the cliff edge. The vistas at all three craters are stunning.

Mountain Goat at Sunset on Israel National Trail

Isragirl Presents : Mountain Goat at Sunset, Photo by Nadav Rotem ©

This photo by Nadav Rotem, was taken on the last part of Israel National Trail. Rotem trekked along the trail for 53 days and when he got to Yoaash Mountain he encountered this mountain goat watching the sunset. This picture was taken not far from Eilat, and Yoaash Mountain is a great day trip from the town where you’ll find beautiful view over looking the Egyptian border, as well as good opportunities to meet local wildlife.

Wildlife, Sunsets, Craters and Blue, Blue Sky – This is Israel