Dead Sea

"It is the lowest point on Earth at about 430 meters below sea level and continues to sink. The lake has no outlet, so water only leaves through evaporation, leading to a high concentration of salt and minerals, making it one of the saltiest bodies of water on Earth (over 30% salinity). Biblical & Historical Significance: The Dead Sea is mentioned in the Bible, most famously in the story of Sodom and Gomorrah. According to Genesis, these ancient cities were destroyed by fire and brimstone because of their wickedness. Many believe they were located near the Dead Sea. Some traditions associate the formation of the sea’s salt pillars (like the famous "Lot’s Wife" rock formation) with the story of Lot’s wife turning into a pillar of salt. It was a refuge for King David, a site for Herod the Great’s fortresses, and a key location for the Essenes, the Jewish sect that wrote the Dead Sea Scrolls, discovered in nearby Qumran."