3 Best attractions in Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh, alog with areas such as Luxor, is a very popular area for tourists and has much to offer those visiting the area. An area with stunning beaches with its Red Sea location, the city also has an abundance of culture and plenty of worthwhil attractions. Below we look at some of the best Sharm El Sheikh attractions.
Burning Bush
One of the great stories from religion is that the bush at St Catherine’s Monastery in Sharm El Sheikh was burned by God the first time that he spoke to Moses. For this reason St Catherine’s monastery has become an area of interest for many people as it represents the opportunity to visit somewhere God genuinely influenced. The bush that can currently 
be seen here was planted in the 10th century, whilst the Monastery was also given a new roof around this time.
Old Town Sharm
In a place where much of the area has been affected by tourism, visiting the old town provides the traveller with the opportunity to experience some genuine aspects of local life, something which is a desired feature for many travellers. The restaurants, for example, sell good local food which, whilst not always of the highest quality, is great value and provides an authentic experience. Another great feature of the area is the architecture, some of which dates back thousands of years.
Beaches around Sharm El Sheikh
The luxuriously sandy beaches and blue waters are one of the iconic images of Sharm El Sheikh and there a large number of them to be explored. Many of the hotels in the area have private beaches, but often more fun can be found at the public beaches which can have more of an atmosphere and the opportunity to enjoy things such as sea sports and entertainment.
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