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One
of the
remaining places on earth that is almost untouched by modern civilization,
“Sinai the land of
turquoise”
is a ragged triangle of holy places, pilgrim routes and military outposts.
Visitors come and follow in the foot steps of legendary gods and goddesses
and ancient warriors and Biblical prophets and heroes. It is a land of
verdant oases, flat deserts and towering mountains. The goddesses Isis
crossed this wedged shaped desert peninsula in search of the god Osiris and
where Alexander the Great and Cleopatra and Antoney armies fought. It was in
Sinai that Moses received the ten commandments and the holy family traveled
through to Egypt.
Sharm el Sheikh
At
the southern tip of Sinai peninsula and situated between the Red Sea and the
Gulf of Aqaba, Sharm el Sheikh has some of the finest snorkeling and diving
sites in the world. It is also popular for its weather, fishing, diving and
pure relaxation.
Ras Mohammed
Ras
Mohammed is designated as parks and nature reserves with strict laws and
regulations to protect and preserve it. Ras Mohammed lies in the narrowest
strip between the Gulf of Suez and the Gulf of Aqaba. Scientists, explorers,
scuba divers and campers alike seek Ras Mohammed for adventure and
excitement as it is the richest area for marine life in the Red Sea.
St. Catharine
St. Catharine village is an admirable place
to be visited. You should not miss the climb of Mount Sinai where Moses
received the ten commandments. The monastery of St. Catharine has been a
holy spot throughout history. The modern basilica that is in perfect
condition dates back to the reign of the Emperor Justinian in the 6th
century AD.
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