The Most Popular Things to visit in Hurghada, Egypt

Apart from great beaches, lovely Hurghada hotels, traditional Egyptian markets and variable sea life, Hurghada has a lot more to offer. You will find also countless other things to visit, and several of them are located 1 or 2 hours drive in the desert and this makes them great for a daytrip.

Here is a listing with the most important landmarks that are worth visiting:

1.Anfish Mountain- It's difficult to see this mountain while you're in the city, however once you go there you will have the availability to enjoy an awesome view to all the parts of Hurghada. By visiting it you will have a great opportunity to adore the attractive attractions of Hurghada from a bird’s eye. You can even see the mountains in the eastern desert and the outlying islands in the Red Sea. You can make this trip by using a Rent a car service or by using guided tours. Information for both options you can have at the reception of your hotel in Hurghada.

2.Monastery of St. Anthony- This monastery is important Hurghada's attraction. It is named after the father of Christian monasticism. It was constructed around 2 km. away from the cave in which St. Anthony holed up to lead a secluded ascetic life. These days this monastery is still inhabited. There live around 70 monks and when you need an accommodation it can be arranged in their guesthouse in advance. The most attractive thing that you can see here is the small church where St. Anthony was buried. There are some lovely wall paintings of diverse periods and times.

3.Monastery of St. Paul- St. Poul was one more important figure in the Christian life. He was considered Christianity's first ascetic hermit. One of the monastery's three churches, which were built in and around the cave where he once lived, contains his remains. Although this Coptic monastery is much smaller than that of nearby St. Anthony, visitors can find great accommodation in Hurghada for a few nights. Attractions include freshwater springs, vibrant wall paintings, altars with candles and ostrich eggs that represent the Resurrection.

4.Mons Claudianus- This amazing landmark was named afterwards Mons Claudianus, who was once a provider of grey granite for the Roman Empire. One thousand quarrymen and Roman soldiers were stationed in this part of Hurghada for more than two centuries. Superb objects can still be seen nowadays in the Pantheon, Hadrian's Villa and in the unfinished Temple of Venus. Other sights include the fortress, dwellings, workshops, stables, baths, broken granite columns and slabs.

If you are enthusiastic about all the remarkable things that Hurghada can offer you to see, hurry up and book online hotel in Hurghada. You may have the chance to get the best discounted rates and you will have a large list of hotels to choose this one which suits your requirements best.

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