North Sinai Governorate

North Sinai spans 27,574 square kilometers between the Mediterranean Sea and South Sinai, with mountain ranges and desert landscapes characterizing its terrain.

The region operated as Arabia Petraea during classical times and integrated into Egypt from the First Dynasty around 3100 BC.

The population of 504,201 residents includes numerous Bedouin communities maintaining traditional practices across six administrative districts.

El Arish functions as the capital city, providing governmental services and connecting the region to other Egyptian governorates through transportation networks.

The territory represents the only section of Egypt located in Asia, forming a land bridge between Africa and the Asian continent.

Location: Egypt

Capital city: Arish

Elevation above the sea: 269 m

Shares border with: South Sinai Governorate, Port Said Governorate, Ismailia Governorate, Suez Governorate

Website: http://northsinai.gov.eg

GPS coordinates: 30.50000,33.60000

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:52