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Old oasis

Negev desert, Israel

 

Nestled in the heart of the vast and arid desert lies a breathtaking sight - an old oasis surrounded by ancient, gnarled trees, their branches stretching towards the heavens like fingers seeking the stars. The oasis is a testament to the endurance of life in the harshest of environments, a verdant and lush haven in the midst of an unforgiving landscape.

 

As the sun sets on the desert, the oasis comes alive with a symphony of sounds - the rustle of leaves in the gentle breeze, the hum of insects, and the distant howl of a lone coyote. And as the sky deepens to a rich, velvety black, the true magic of the oasis reveals itself.

 

Looking up, one is greeted with a dazzling display of stars - the Milky Way stretching across the sky in a majestic arc, a river of light and wonder that seems to go on forever. The old trees, their branches silhouetted against the shimmering sky, serve as a perfect frame for this celestial masterpiece, as if nature herself has designed a work of art to be admired by all who venture into this remote and wondrous place.

 

As the night wears on, the stars seem to dance and twinkle in a cosmic ballet, their light casting a soft glow over the oasis and imbuing it with a sense of serenity and peace. And yet, for all its beauty, the old oasis remains a place of mystery and wonder, a reminder of the incredible resilience and adaptability of life, even in the most challenging of circumstances.

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Uploaded on June 11, 2022
Taken on June 4, 2022