Today, we're exploring the natural beauty of Benin and Israel. Let's begin with Benin. While not immediately associated with stunning landscapes, it offers many surprises.
Exactly. Benin is far more diverse than the typical "African safari" image. What's the first image that comes to mind for you, Mira?
Ganvie, the lake village. It's a unique stilt village, unlike anything else.
Ganvie is incredible – a village built on a lake! Benin also boasts a coastline with palm trees and sandy beaches.
True, and inland, we have Pendjari National Park, a significant part of Benin's natural heritage.
Pendjari National Park! It sounds amazing. What kind of wildlife can we find there?
It's part of the WAP complex, a UNESCO World Heritage site, home to elephants, lions, hippos, and more.
Quite different from Israel's wildlife! Speaking of UNESCO sites, Israel has many impressive locations, doesn't it?
Absolutely. Masada, the Dead Sea, and the Bahai Gardens in Haifa are just a few examples of its historical and natural beauty.
Masada is fascinating, built on a rock. And the Dead Sea – floating and reading newspapers! The Bahai Gardens must be breathtaking.
They are stunning terraced gardens overlooking the Mediterranean. Beyond the iconic sites, Israel offers diverse landscapes – mountains, deserts, and sea.
You can go from skiing on Mount Hermon to floating in the Dead Sea! What other hidden gems does Benin hold?
The Kota waterfalls are a hidden gem, though reaching them may require a bit of an adventurous journey.
Waterfalls! And what about Israel's wildlife?
The Negev Desert has camels, but also ibexes, hyraxes, and even leopards, adapted to the desert environment.
Desert leopards! So, Benin offers lagoons, parks, and unique villages, while Israel boasts history, diverse landscapes, and a unique desert ecosystem.
Precisely. Both countries offer unique experiences depending on your preferences.
Indeed. Choosing between the two will be difficult!