{"id":19518,"date":"2015-07-09T05:41:06","date_gmt":"2015-07-09T05:41:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mapsofworld.com\/travel\/?p=19518"},"modified":"2022-09-19T10:58:16","modified_gmt":"2022-09-19T10:58:16","slug":"hurghada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mapsofworld.com\/travel\/destinations\/egypt\/hurghada\/","title":{"rendered":"Hurghada, Egypt"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n
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\"Hurghada,<\/a>

Hurghada is an ideal resort\u00a0destination\u00a0in Egypt<\/strong><\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

Once just a lay-by for Arab fishers and now a burgeoning resort town, Hurghada is cuddled between the Sahara and the Red Sea. Plucked from limbo and pushed into limelight, it’s an aquatic wonderland for sail boarders, divers, sunbathers, and desert dwellers. With historical locales, traditional markets, renowned diving centers, and desert safaris, the town has emerged as an ideal destination for underwater adventures.<\/p>\n

History<\/h2>\n

Until the 1920s it was just another fishing village on the Red Sea coast. It came into prominence towards the end of the century with endless opportunities for recreation.<\/p>\n

Things to Do in Hurghada<\/h2>\n

Diving and Snorkeling<\/strong> \u2013 Marine life in the Red Sea, with lots of coral and colorful fish, is the biggest draw here for outdoorsmen. Scuba diving and snorkeling sites around Abu Ramada Island and Giftun Kebir are popular with travelers. Experienced divers can explore historical shipwrecks of El Mina and Rosalie Moller.<\/p>\n

Outdoor Thrills<\/strong> \u2013 While Soma Bay offers the best possible conditions for kite surfing, para sailing, and water-skiing; the gentle slopes and moderate waves of Old Vic Beach and Elysees Dream Beach are ideal for swimming and sunbathing. You may be tempted to try quad-biking into the sandy terrains of the Sahara to learn exotic traditions of the Bedouin people and camel safaris across biblical plains to see distant ancient wonders.<\/p>\n

Shopping<\/strong> \u2013 Dahar is the town’s largest bazaar, look for the shops that are spread inside the main town \u2013 Sekalla high street \u2013 and along the beaches. Senzo Mall, on the airport road, is about a 10 minute drive from town. Vendors tend to drive a hard bargain on products like carpets, jewelry, regional species, and leather goods.<\/p>\n

Hurghada Grand Aquarium<\/strong> \u2013 This public aquarium is the region’s newest attraction. Get a close up glimpse of animals representing 1,200 species displayed in 24 different galleries. Opened in 2015, it houses notable sea creatures like stingrays, sharks, and sea turtles.<\/p>\n

Day Trips<\/strong> \u2013 Sahl Hasheesh, Makadi Bay, Safaga, and El Gouna are the nearby newly-developed resorts with diving spots and private golf courses. Take boat tours to offshore islands like Sheduan Island, Gifton Island, and Abu Ramada Island.<\/p>\n

Festivals<\/strong> \u2013 Coptic Christmas is celebrated during the first week in January. Hurghada International Festival, a 12-day event, is held annually in first week of February. It features three sports: triathlon, mare monti run, and a half marathon.<\/p>\n

Nearby Attractions<\/h2>\n

Sahl Hasheesh, Makadi Bay, Mons Porphyrites, Marine Biology Museum, and Giftun Island National Park.<\/p>\n

Location<\/h2>\n

Hurghada, a resort town, is located on the western coast of the Red Sea in Egypt.<\/p>\n

Hurghada Location Map<\/h2>\n