The Red Sea Governorate is Egypt's premier coastal destination, stretching over 1,200km along the Red Sea coast and offering world-class diving, pristine coral reefs, and luxury beach resorts. From the bustling resort hub of Hurghada to the unspoiled shores of Marsa Alam, this governorate combines natural wonders with modern amenities. The region attracts millions of visitors annually seeking underwater adventures, desert safaris, and sun-soaked relaxation.
Historical timeline
Key moments that shaped Red Sea.
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3000-2000 BC
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2000-332 BC
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332-30 BC
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30 BC - 395 AD
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5
3rd-4th century AD
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6
4th-7th century AD
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640 AD onwards
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1570s
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1800s-1900s
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1989-present
Historical sites
Places where Red Sea's past comes alive.
St. Anthony's Monastery (Deir Anba Antounius)
Where: Red Sea Mountains, 155km from Suez
St. Paul's Monastery (Deir Anba Bola)
Where: Red Sea Mountains, near Al-Zafarana
Ancient Berenice (Berenike)
Where: Near modern Berenice, 470km south of Hurghada
Quseir Ottoman Fortress
Where: Quseir city, 140km south of Hurghada
Wadi Hammamat Inscriptions
Where: Eastern Desert, between Qena and Quseir
Ancient Mons Smaragdus (Emerald Mines)
Where: Wadi Sikait, Wadi Nugrus, and surrounding wadis near Marsa Alam