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The Alexander River offers a perfect nature escape, ending at the Turtles Bridge where softshell turtles steal the show. Follow the flowing water toward Yanai Beach for a calm, scenic walk filled with wildlife, fresh air, and simple beauty.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Written by Zvika Gasner Koheleth 12-December-2024 (Originally 19-November-2019, Edited 15-May-2021), Photography by Angela Hechtfisch<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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