East of the Sea of Galilee, a long plateau rises above the surrounding basins. For thousands of years, the Golan Heights in Israel has remained the envy of its environs—even to today.

(Photo: Gamla. Courtesy of the Pictorial Library of Bible Lands)
Those who drive along the eastern side of the Sea of Galilee and its ridge on the Golan seldom see 3 sites with odd names and curious histories.
Here’s a hint at their names:
- Camel back
- Circles in circles
- Chinnereth port
Can you guess?
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