Safaga Egypt

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Safaga is a town, resort and port located 62 kilometer south of Hurghada. The city situated on the Red Sea, Egypt. In fact, Safaga is a tourist area which consists of several bungalows and rest houses. Moreover, Safaga is a marine port which connected by a regular cruise shuttle service line. Furthermore, the town regarded as the phosphates export center. In fact, it is due the many of the phosphate mines which has. A paved road of 164 km connects Safaga to Qena of Upper Egypt. In fact, the town founded between 282 BC and 268 BC. Moreover, it called Philotera by the Greek Egyptian Pharaoh Ptolemy II Philadelphus. He was the one who named the town in honor of his deceased sister. The city indeed is one of the most important therapeutic tourist centers.

In fact, the medical researches proved its importance for the treatment of some disease. Moreover, the resort features unpolluted atmosphere and black sand-dunes. Furthermore, the town houses some unique mineral springs. In fact, they acquired specific characteristics for remedy of rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis. Safaga was a merchant port for many years. Now the town comprises a wide azure bay, long sandy beaches and pretty islands. That is why it is a favorite sports destination in the Red Sea Riviera. Moreover, the resort is popular among kite surfers and windsurfers. In fact, it was the host of the 1993 Red Sea World Windsurfing Championships. A holiday in that resort is mainly about water sports and sightseeing.

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The city has little nightlife around. In fact, some beach parties organized by the local divers and surfers. The black sand dune beaches characteristic of the city are a favorite spot for sun bathers. The sea water is saline and rich in minerals which are beneficial for the skin. In fact, the resort is a popular curative destination in the Red Sea Riviera. The city is also the home to some of the most outstanding diving of the Red Sea. In fact, it houses the bay’s chain reefs of Tobia Arbaa. Moreover, it also houses the impressive Panorama walls and Abu Qifan towering reefs. It is where often big pelagic such as tunas, sharks and mantas can spotted. The town is also a good starting point for a day trip into the Eastern Desert. There, you will tour the granite quarries of Mons Claudianus.

Moreover, you can also go for trip to Luxor, one of the most impressive sights of Egypt. In fact, it located only 220 km (140 mi) away. The town features an all-year-round pleasant climate. The best times to visit that resort are definitely the months from February to June. The best times also are from September to November. In these times, the temperatures range between 25 C and 30. In fact, some divers come in the hotter months of summer. It is when water temperature reaches peaks of approximately 28 C. People come to Safaga from all around the world to enjoy the sun and the sea. Moreover, they also enjoy the exciting water activities and diving site.

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In fact, the town has amazing diving sites such as Abu Kafan Reef, Panorama Reef, Ras Umm Hesiwa and Sharm El Naga. In sum, Safaga has the black sand beaches, clean and healthy climate. Moreover, it also has the saline waters of the Red Sea. In fact, they make the town a perfect holiday destination. It is specially for those who suffer from diseases. In fact, certain disease such as psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis treated in that lovely resort. Moreover, it is one of the best locations in the world for curing psoriasis. Book a wellness holiday at Menaville Resort & Spa. Over there, you will experience the curative properties of the town’s environment.