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The small shopping center at the Ben-Gurion College
Grab a light meal or drink at the small shopping center. The cafés and pizzerias are open until noon on Fridays, so check if you are visiting on a Friday. On other days, they are open during the daytime, which covers the pre-sunset period.
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Walk to Mitzpe Dor. This viewpoint faces the Zin Valley and offers spectacular views of the distant Edom Mountains on clear days. It is located to the south of the anchor.
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Stay at Mitzpe Dor for the sunset. The sun sets toward the W, providing a dramatic backdrop to the valley and the winding Zin Stream below.
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Head back toward the Ben-Gurion College area. The small shopping center has the only bar in the area, making it the perfect spot for a drink after dark.
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The small shopping center at the Ben-Gurion College
Enjoy dinner and a drink at the bar. This is the only bar in the area, so it is a unique local experience for an evening out.
Local tip
The bar at the Ben-Gurion College is the only one in the immediate area, so it can get busy. Arriving early for dinner ensures you get a seat.
Check before you go
- The shopping center at Ben-Gurion College is open Sun-Thu during daytime and Fri until noon. If you are visiting on a Friday, you must arrive before noon for food, but the bar may still be open for drinks later. For sunset plans on Friday, ensure you have eaten earlier or verify the bar's evening hours.
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