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Special Egypt launches major religious tourism project in South Sinai

Egypt launches major religious tourism project in South Sinai

  • The area is a sacred site for the world’s three major monotheistic religions and includes Saint Catherine’s Monastery as well as Mount Sinai
  • The project aims to establish a spiritual shrine above the mountains surrounding the Holy Valley, making it a destination for spiritual, healing and environmental tourism
By Mohammed Abu Zaid ·
Special Egypt announces first fully vaccinated governorate

Egypt announces first fully vaccinated governorate

By Mohammed Abu Zaid ·
Egypt reopens historic library in Sinai after renovations

Egypt reopens historic library in Sinai after renovations

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Egypt court jails 50 policemen over strike

Egypt court jails 50 policemen over strike

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