Sharm El-Sheikh is one of the most Famous Egyptian tourist city, it’s located at the junction of the Gulf of Aqaba with Gulf of Suez on the coast of the Red Sea, and within the borders of south-Sinai governorate.
The city is characterized by a small population with about 80,000 inhabitants. The city covers an area of 480 km2, and it has some of the best resorts in the world. Sharm El-Sheikh is famous for being one of the international diving centers, and it has an international airport.
Sharm El-Sheikh is known as the city of peace, as it held many international peace conferences, and between locals, it’s usually called “Sharm” as a short form of its name. The significance of the city is because of its location, as it connects Asia and Africa.
No matter when you are going to visit the city, the weather will be sunny and pleasant. In general, its desert and subtropical climate has two distinct seasons in the year: hot summer and mild winter.
The main language used in Sharm el-Sheikh and the rest of the country is Arabic; however English language is also very commonly used.
History
The city was built in 1968, Since that date, the city has rapidly developed to be one of the most famous tourist destination in Egypt and the whole world, The city’s transformation to modern systems in architecture, entertainment, safety and hotel service has made a focal point of tourism in the country.
The strategic geographical importance of the city led to its transformation from just a fishing village to be a major port and naval base for the Egyptian Army. The city was occupied by Israel during the in 1956 then it was restored to Egypt in 1957. Peacekeeping force by the United Nations was stationed there until the 1967 Six-Day War when it was recaptured by Israel. Sharm El Sheikh remained under Israeli control until Sinai was given to Egypt in 1982 after the Egypt–Israel Peace Treaty of 1979.
Places to Visit
The diverse marine life and hundreds of coral reef sites in the Red Sea made Thy city an attractive destination for divers and ecotourists. The tourism industry in this city of Sharm El-Sheikh has witnessed rapid growth over the past few decades, which resulted in a number of first-class resorts and a luxurious nightlife.
Discovering the city Sharm El Sheikh has to start with Ras-Mohamed National Park and Nature reserve, as it is one of the best snorkeling spots you will ever visit and the home for thousands of different species.
The Nabq area is another magnificent place to visit but don’t miss a wildlife safari, diving among shipwrecks or engaging with the local Bedouin culture and hospitality. You can Visit Saint Catherine’s Monastery, Mount Moses and other famous historical attractions.
The Shopping experience in the city will be a charm, with a wide variety of local shops and bazaars, such as the Na’ama Bay and Old Market, and even modern shopping centres in Genena City and SOHO Square. Satisfy your urge for retail therapy with an excellent shopping adventure packed with quality goods at affordable prices.
For your kids, there are a ton of family activities to keep your kids entertained, for example Dolphin show, Cleo Aqua Park or you can go carting!
What to eat?
As you would expect from a world-class resort, Sharm El Sheikh can serve you with dishes from every country you can imagine. Whether you prefer Italian, Chinese, or Indian flavors, or you just want to try some traditional Egyptian food, you will not be looking around too much to find your destination.
As a coastal city, you can’t wish for a fresher seafood, so for our fellow seafood lovers, you will be more than satisfied!
Night Life
The best thing to do after a long day of sunbathing or diving is to relax with some cold drinks in your hand, and fortunately the city doesn’t disappoint in this regard, as you can choose from a number of, where you can taste some fresh and unique cocktails, and for those who prefer active night out, there are a lot of night clubs with different atmospheres and music styles, shopping is also a very good idea.