Most Important Landmarks in Hurghada

Hurghada is home to a few monasteries as well.

Hurghada was once a quaint fishing village however, today, it has emerged as one of the prime diving destinations in Egypt. Besides gorgeous beaches, Hurghada is also famous for its natural, cultural and historical landmarks. Anfish Mountain is an integral part of the city. While enjoying cheap holidays in Hurghada, you can climb the mountain and once you reach the top, you can view the entire city. Anfish Mountain is a must visit site for photographers. You can capture scenic beauty of the eastern desert as well as the Red Sea.

Hurghada is home to a few monasteries as well. Monastery of St. Paul is among the most renowned. This monastery was the first ascetic hermit of Christianity in Egypt. The monastery is home to three churches. These churches are built around the cave where St. Paul lived. The monastery is home to freshwater springs, spectacular arts and old manuscripts. You would also come across ostrich eggs that represent Resurrection.

Monastery of St. Anthony is the largest in the city. It is named after the father of Christian monasticism. Several people plan cheap Hurghada holidays especially to visit this monastery. You can stay in the monastery to explore the religious feel of the city as it still hosts over 70 monks. If you want to stay in the monastery, you need to make prior booking. While walking around the monastery, you’d find paintings that were created in different eras. Antique handwritten manuscripts are also available to see in the monastery.

Mons Porphyrites is one of the most important Roman quarry complexes in Hurghada. The complex is strategically located in the Eastern Desert. Several tourists plan cheap holidays to Hurghada especially to visit this Roman complex and take a look at spectacular purple which is available only at this place. This precious rock is used in building statues, pillars and basins.

City of Hurghada is also home to few important museums. If you want to explore the underwater beauty, visiting Marine Biology Museum is a must. While enjoying Hurghada holidays, you must visit this museum and take a walk through the underwater world. The museum features great collection of coral reefs and a wide array of marine creatures available in the Red Sea. Another popular museum in the city is National Museum. It exhibits the antiquities found in the Eastern Desert. The museum is strategically located on the edge of Red Sea and displays a wide variety of historical pieces.