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Nitzana

Nitzana is a national park in Israel, established in 1. Nabataean city.

Established
1
Nearest airport
AAC · 61 km
Nitzana
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Nearest airports to Nitzana

  1. 1
    El Arish International Airport Flag of EgyptEl Arish, Egypt Airports in Egypt
    AAC61 kmstraight line
  2. 2
    Ben Gurion International Airport Flag of IsraelTel Aviv, Israel Airports in IsraelTransfers & Meet & Greet →
    TLV133 kmstraight line
  3. 3
    Ramon International Airport Flag of IsraelEilat, Israel Airports in Israel
    ETM139 kmstraight line

More about Nitzana

Nitzana is one of 60 national parks in Israel — Nabataean city.

History and protection

The park was established in 1, 2025 years ago, which makes it the oldest national park in Israel.

Visiting Nitzana

The closest airport is El Arish International Airport (AAC), about 61 km away — around 1 h 20 min by car; alternatively Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV, 133 km). Other national parks within reach include Shivta (0 km²), Ein Avdat (5 km²), Eshkol National Park and Ramon Colors National Park — easy to combine on one trip.

Frequently asked questions

When was Nitzana established?

In 1 — 2025 years ago.

What is the nearest airport to Nitzana?

El Arish International Airport (AAC), about 61 km away in a straight line.

Data: Wikidata (CC0), English Wikipedia and Wikimedia Commons.