Sharm El-Sheikh was originally just a small fishing village, but has now grown into a bustling tourist attractions visited by tourists. And now this area has developed a range of facilities that support the tourism world, including five-star luxury hotels, shopping centers, international airports, etc.
Tourists are advised to approach snorkelling, diving and swimming with caution following a series of shark attacks in Sharm El Sheikh in December 2010, including the death of a German tourist. Though attacks by oceanic white tip sharks are extremely rare and shark attacks of any kind are very unusual in the
Examples of facilities provided:
Red Sea.
Beach:
Long stretches of natural sand and pebbles beaches are surrounded by a dramatic landscape. The waters around Sharm are clear and calm for most of the year. Coral reefs and marine life offer an amazing experience for divers. Other popular watersports include windsurfing, parasailing, boating and canoeing.
Beyond the beach:
Ras Mohammed Marine National Park, at the tip of Sinai, southwest of Sharm el-Sheikh, is considered as one of the best dive regions in the world. Also famous for its diving sites, the Strait of Tiran is only a few kilometres north of Sharm el-Sheikh. The strait separates Tiran Island from the east coast of Sinai and the main attractions are four coral reefs in the middle of the channel. Inland attractions around Sharm el-Sheikh include casinos, golf courses and spas.
Exploring further afield:
A visit to the desert is highly recommended. Hotels offer various trips to the rugged, red rock mountains and barren desert of the interior. The most visited spot is the Coloured Canyon, named for the layers of brightly-coloured stone along the deep canyon walls. Saint Catherine's Monastery and Mount Sinai are other popular destinations, only a three-hour drive away. Mount Sinai is said to be the place where Moses received the Ten Commandments. The mountain is home to the Greek Orthodox Monastery of St Catherine, founded in the sixth century. Climbing the mountain on foot or by camel is the main objective for most visitors, but it's worth spending a couple of hours admiring the monastery's treasures
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Retail therapy:
The colourful Bedouin handicraft stands are always popular with tourists. The main shopping draws are gold and silver jewellery and semi-precious stones from Na'ama Bay or the Old Market. Spices, glass perfume bottles, slippers, leather bags, Bedouin embroidery and Turkish delights are also popular. Good buys include Egyptian cotton bed linen and beach towels. The Old Market is great for holiday bargains and cheaper than Na'ama Bay.
Splashing out:
The Four Seasons Resort Sharm el-Sheikh (www.fourseasons.com/sharmelsheikh) is a tranquil hideaway designed to resemble a traditional Arabian village. The rooms are scattered down the hill overlooking a small beach and surrounded by lush gardens with pools and water features. There is a spa offering all kinds of luxurious beauty treatments. The hotel is a 15-minute drive from Na'ama Bay.
Family fun:
Sharm is very much a family-orientated resort. Most major hotels have swimming pools, themed parks, tennis courts, a multitude of sports facilities, health clubs, diving centres, entertainment programmes and kids clubs. Horse and camel riding and desert safaris are also popular choices for day trips.
Beach:
Long stretches of natural sand and pebbles beaches are surrounded by a dramatic landscape. The waters around Sharm are clear and calm for most of the year. Coral reefs and marine life offer an amazing experience for divers. Other popular watersports include windsurfing, parasailing, boating and canoeing.
Beyond the beach:
Ras Mohammed Marine National Park, at the tip of Sinai, southwest of Sharm el-Sheikh, is considered as one of the best dive regions in the world. Also famous for its diving sites, the Strait of Tiran is only a few kilometres north of Sharm el-Sheikh. The strait separates Tiran Island from the east coast of Sinai and the main attractions are four coral reefs in the middle of the channel. Inland attractions around Sharm el-Sheikh include casinos, golf courses and spas.
Exploring further afield:
A visit to the desert is highly recommended. Hotels offer various trips to the rugged, red rock mountains and barren desert of the interior. The most visited spot is the Coloured Canyon, named for the layers of brightly-coloured stone along the deep canyon walls. Saint Catherine's Monastery and Mount Sinai are other popular destinations, only a three-hour drive away. Mount Sinai is said to be the place where Moses received the Ten Commandments. The mountain is home to the Greek Orthodox Monastery of St Catherine, founded in the sixth century. Climbing the mountain on foot or by camel is the main objective for most visitors, but it's worth spending a couple of hours admiring the monastery's treasures
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Retail therapy:
The colourful Bedouin handicraft stands are always popular with tourists. The main shopping draws are gold and silver jewellery and semi-precious stones from Na'ama Bay or the Old Market. Spices, glass perfume bottles, slippers, leather bags, Bedouin embroidery and Turkish delights are also popular. Good buys include Egyptian cotton bed linen and beach towels. The Old Market is great for holiday bargains and cheaper than Na'ama Bay.
Splashing out:
The Four Seasons Resort Sharm el-Sheikh (www.fourseasons.com/sharmelsheikh) is a tranquil hideaway designed to resemble a traditional Arabian village. The rooms are scattered down the hill overlooking a small beach and surrounded by lush gardens with pools and water features. There is a spa offering all kinds of luxurious beauty treatments. The hotel is a 15-minute drive from Na'ama Bay.
Family fun:
Sharm is very much a family-orientated resort. Most major hotels have swimming pools, themed parks, tennis courts, a multitude of sports facilities, health clubs, diving centres, entertainment programmes and kids clubs. Horse and camel riding and desert safaris are also popular choices for day trips.
Wow! That is such a wonderful place. There's no wonder why sharm el sheikh luxury holidays are most sought after.
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