For desert lovers, explore the beautiful Siwa Oasis where many Egyptians and foreigners flock to visit it. Siwa is one of the best tourist destinations in Egypt. After a long journey through the landscape, you will know what you are missing when you reach Siwa Egypt.
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About 2 km from the center of Siwa Oasis, you can find the Mountain of the Dead, a rocky hill that contains more than 1500 tombs dating back to the Pharaonic era. Some of the tombs from the Greco-Roman period were decorated with beautiful and ornate drawings. Don't forget to climb to the top of the mountain to get the perfect Oasis view.
Head over to the serene Cleopatra lake, which is considered one of the best natural pools and provides an opportunity for snorkeling and is surrounded by several shops and cafes.
Shali city is located in the Siwa Oasis, meaning "the old city" in the Siwa language. Legend says that the castle was built by forty men, to protect them from enemies. It has been built of a substance called "Karshev", salt stones from salt lakes and silt. Shali is now a tourist attraction, as visitors climb up the hill so they can get a view of dates and olive groves that stretch out for miles in each direction of the Siwa Oasis.
Head over to the Oracle Temple, which has various names, such as the Temple of Amun and the Alexander Temple, dating back to the 6th century BC. It is located in the town of Aghurmi, about 4 kilometers south of Siwa and it is considered one of the most important monuments of the Siwa Oasis.
Fatnas Island is an island surrounded by palm trees in the middle of Lake Siwa. It is an ideal spot to watch the amazing sunset and enjoy it. Hot springs are a popular attraction on this island, where you can swim and enjoy the benefits of the healing water, as well as restaurants and cafes.
The Siwa House Museum, which is located in the heart of Siwa Oasis, is a perfect place for art and history lovers, as it is designed in the old style of Siwa houses. This museum gives you a close look at the Siwa people’s customs, traditions and heritage.
Siwa is a small city and the restaurants with a good reputation are known to all locals. Abdu Restaurant, which is considered one of the most popular Siwa restaurants, is a distinguished restaurant serving traditional Egyptian breakfast meals. In addition to the Babenchal restaurant, in the city center, which has a spectacular view of the ancient Shali castle. This restaurant serves one of the best candlelit dinners in town.
Siwa has plenty of great hotels that suit any budget. As there are about 15 hotels:
This is a 3-star hotel near Siwa Oasis, a luxury hotel with beautifully decorated sandstone rooms, a swimming pool, restaurants, and a private car parking. Food is served under the stars.
This hotel is located near the Mountain of the Dead and offers many services to guests including free Wi-Fi, airport transportation, car parking, restaurant, and spa.
This hotel is situated near Siwa Oasis. This hotel has a swimming pool, free private car parking, and a 24-hour reception.
Enjoy a special stay at Siwa Shali Resort, which is a perfect choice for travelers to Siwa, as it offers a family-friendly environment, in addition to many amenities including a swimming pool, a restaurant, as well as a private car parking.
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