Thousands of runners and joggers from Israel and around the world are expected to compete on Jan. 4, 1981 in Israel’s Fourth International Sea of Galilee Marathon. The annual race is recognized by the International Amateur Athletics Federation and follows a standard 26-mile course along the scenic shores of the Sea of Galilee.
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