"Ein Gedi is an oasis located west of the Dead Sea, close to Masada and the caves of Qumran.<br /> <br /> It is known for its caves, springs, and its rich diversity of flora and fauna. Ein Gedi is mentioned several times in biblical writings, for example, in the Song of Songs; ""My beloved is unto me as a cluster of henna flowers in the vineyards of Ein Gedi"". According to Jewish tradition, David hid from Saul in the caves here; ""And David went up from thence, and dwelt in the strongholds of Ein Gedi"""
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