Sharm
el Sheikh is known as the jewel of
the Sinai, with a history stretching
back thousands of years, cultural
tours and year of the sun. The simplicity
of sun, sea and sand is a perfect
combination that attracts tourists
to this beautiful city. One of the
most accessible and developed tourist
communities on the Sinai peninsula,
it has all the amenities, one could
expect from a tourist centre, including
casinos, discos and nightclubs, golf
courses and institutions health. Water
sports rule with poles diving, sailing
and snorkeling activities are preferred.
LOCATION
Sharm el-Sheikh is an Egyptian city
located at the southern tip of the
Sinai peninsula. The city is framed
with the Red Sea on one side and the
mountains of Sinai, on the other.
HOW TO REACH
It can be accessed either through
Sharm el-Sheikh airport or down the
east coast of Eliat through Nuweiba
and Dahab.
The places of interest
Na 'WADA Bay
Sharm el SheikhLocated just north
of Sharm el-Sheikh, Na 'ama Bay, with
its beautiful beach is a tourist centre.
The waterfront boasts a beautiful
alley paved, lined with bougainvillea
and oleanders, following along the
bay. The coast is dotted with resorts
and hotels, which have their own private
beaches. This is where you will find
many shops, restaurants, bars and
the famous 'sheesha 'cafes.
Ras Um Sid Cliff
This is the cliff top which connects
Na 'ama Bay and the Bay of Sharm El
Maya. Ras Um Sid is centrally located
and offers a spectacular view of the
port. The area is known for its coral
reefs.
Sharm El Maya
The picturesque bay is a natural port
and home to many small boats. The
beautiful sandy beach has an abundance
of palm trees providing shade for
natural deckchairs. It is also functions
as a first dive location. It has rooms
for vessels, including a Yacht Club
with rooms.
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