Sharm ash Shaykh

Sharm el-Sheikh is a large resort at the south tip of the Peninsula in . The main reasons to visit are for scuba-diving and other water and beach activities, and to explore the Sinai desert.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Naama Bay.

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is a natural bay in , Egypt. is situated 8 km northeast of Sharm ash Shaykh.

Sharm ash Shaykh

Latitude
27.85148° or 27° 51′ 5″ north
Longitude
34.2806° or 34° 16′ 50″ east
Elevation
1 metre (3 feet)
Open location code
7GVPV72J+H6
Geo­Names ID
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Localities in the Area

Places to explore: Um el Sid and Ras Muhammed.

Notable Places Nearby

Highlights: Sharm al Mayyah and Jabal al Safra.

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Worth a closer look: Cairo and Alexandria.

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