Egypt is located in the Sinai Peninsula, in northeastern Africa. The state borders on Palestine, Israel, Libya and Sudan. In the north, the shores of Egypt are washed by the waters of the Mediterranean Sea, in the east - by the Red. With the help of the man-made Suez Canal, the seas are connected.
Studying the cities and resorts of Egypt, one should highlight its capital - magnificent Cairo. This is the main city of the country. It is also called the "Gate of the East". It is located in the north of the country, on the banks of the Nile River. This largest city in Egypt has a population of nineteen million and is considered overpopulated.
One of the main attractions of the city is Koltsky or Old Cairo, located on the territory of ancient Al-Fustat. This place is rich in historical monuments, towers. Here you can see the defensive walls of the Babylon fortress and the oldest mosque of Amr-ibn-al-As. The mosque is built of stone, mined from the ruins of Christian churches. On the territory of Coptic Cairo is the Church of St. Sergius. According to legend, it was in it that the Holy Family, who escaped from King Herod, and, of course, the famous hangingchurch.
Many cities in Egypt are resorts. These include Dahab, a city located in the east of the Sinai Peninsula, on the shores of the Red Sea. Translated from Arabic, the name translates as "golden". According to some researchers, the city got its name due to the color of the sand in the valley. However, excavations carried out by Cairo archaeologists confirmed the presence of a small amount of gold in its bowels, so it is likely that in ancient times Dahab could be a "gold port".
The city is divided into several districts - Masbat or the Old City, Mubarak, Dahab Lagoon and Medina.
The old city stretches along the Red Sea embankment. There are many hotels, cafes, restaurants. In the bay you can see the ruins of the old port.
Resorts of the state are very popular. Tourists from all over the world come to this mysterious and mysterious country, exploring its cities. The resorts of Egypt are unique, original, like Dahab.
Dahab is visited by lovers of various marine sports. On the beaches of the city there are many cozy coves from which you can go to the reefs and visit the grottoes. Diving enthusiasts are attracted by the "blue hole" - a unique cave located under water, at a depth of 100 meters. It is considered to be one of the most dangerous places for scuba diving.
Sharm el-Sheikh, another resort city that tourists, including Russians, are happy to visit. From Arabic, the name of the city is translated as "Bay of the Sheikh." The city has a fairly diversearchitecture. This is due to the fact that it was built up gradually and its different areas have their own unique look.
Now preference in housing construction is given to cottage complexes with well-developed infrastructure.
The main attraction of Sharm el-Sheikh is Ras Mohammed National Park, located at a distance of 25 km from the city. All tourist companies of Sharm el-Sheikh organize excursions to this park. You will be offered to dive under water to admire the fabulous beauty of the underwater world. The cities of Egypt have many attractions, but perhaps the most important is Mount Moses, to which 3400 steps of granite lead.
Cities of Egypt are always glad to see their guests. You will be greeted warmly and kindly everywhere. Holidays in the country will be unforgettable!
