South Sinai Governorate

South Sinai Governorate encompasses 33,140 square kilometers of land between the Gulf of Suez and the Gulf of Aqaba, reaching elevations of 1,284 meters.

The region gained status as an independent governorate in 1994, marking a significant shift in territorial administration and development of the Sinai Peninsula.

The local Bedouin communities maintain their centuries-old traditions through practices such as textile weaving, herbal medicine preparation, and customary law systems.

El-Tor functions as the administrative center, providing governmental services and serving as a connection point between the coastal areas and mountain regions.

The governorate contains both the lowest population density in Egypt and the intersection of three continental plates, creating distinct geological formations.

Location: Egypt

Capital city: El-Tor

Elevation above the sea: 1,284 m

Shares border with: North Sinai Governorate, Suez Governorate

Website: http://southsinai.gov.eg

GPS coordinates: 29.05000,33.83000

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:28