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Saint Catherine
Saint Catherine, located in Egypt's Sinai Mountains, is a holy place that consists of a very beautiful mix of spirituality and nature — it is famous for Mount Sinai, old monasteries, and scenic deserts. include St. Catherine in your Egypt package.
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Saint Catherine
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Saint Catherine (also referred to as St. Catherine or Sant Catre) is positioned centrally in the Sinai Peninsula of Egypt, encircled by the mountains that are very powerful in spirituality and serene. The town that is silent is the place of the famous Saint Catherine's Monastery, the oldest Christian monastery still functioning, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
People of faith and non-religious people visit Saint Catherine to ascend Mount Sinai (Jebel musa), which is the place where Moses received the Ten Commandments according to tradition. The view at sunrise from the top is nothing but sweeping and very majestic, giving you the very wide view over the rugged desert and the far-off mountain peaks.
Saint Catherine has a lot to offer apart from daily religious activities, the serene town has very calm and relaxing hiking trails, the locals - Bedouins, and the desert's plants and animals that are completely different from others. The entire area, with its tranquil atmosphere, is suitable for eco-tourism, inner peace seeking, and adventure travel - all at once. The locals will not only share their warmth and hospitality with you but will also let you in on the things that they do like cooking Sinai-style, showing the places where ancient chapels, gardens, and natural wonders are.
If you are a person who frequents places of faith, or one who loves history, or just enjoying the outdoors, then Saint Catherine is a place where you can stay and rest as the wilderness takes over spirituality, hence the timeless beauty moves everyone who comes there deeply.
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There are few better places on earth than Egypt if you are a history buff, or one who just loves beautiful nature and outstanding culture combined! People will be able to visit the notorious and impressive Pyramids in Giza, take a Nile River cruise, find out beautiful temples in Luxor and Aswan, and then sunbathe at the sea resorts in the Red Sea region which are very popular such as Sharm El Sheikh and Hurghada. The year-round sunshine, warm reception, and diverse culture are some of the reasons that make Egypt an unforgettable place for tourist.
Along with its historical and archaeological attractions, Egypt is also a place where you can find a lot of great natural beauty such as the Pyramids of Giza, the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, Luxor's temples and tombs, Aswan's Philae Temple, as well as the pretty seaside towns of Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh.
In general, Egypt is safe for tourists. The government has put a lot of effort into securing the major tourist areas where millions of visitors enjoy the country every year. Moreover, it is always a good idea to adhere to local instructions and travel with reputable operators.
The majority of visitors must obtain a tourist visa for their entry into Egypt. Depending on your nationality, you have the option to either apply for an e-visa online or receive a visa on arrival at major airports.
Traveling to Egypt during the months of October to April is preferred because the temperature is cooler and it is ideal for the tour in the mentioned places especially Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan.