Average Summer High: 42°C (108°F) Record High: 54°C (129.2°F) – disputed This small kibbutz in Israel’s Jordan Valley made headlines when it reported one of the hottest temperatures ever measured in Asia.
Though the record is debated, Tirat Zvi remains one of the Middle East’s perennial hotspots, known for intense dry heat.
Originally built for various reasons, from defensive fortifications to storage and religious sanctuaries, many of these underground cities have endured over centuries, preserving fascinating glimpses into past lives and cultures.