South Sinai Governorate
South Sinai Governorate, Administrative division in eastern Egypt
South Sinai Governorate stretches between the Gulf of Suez and the Gulf of Aqaba covering approximately 33,000 square kilometers. The terrain shifts from flat coastal areas to mountainous regions rising to about 1,200 meters.
The region received status as an independent administrative division in 1994, marking a restructuring of governance on the Sinai Peninsula. This change enabled stronger local development and better resource management.
Bedouin communities shape daily life through traditional crafts like weaving and herbal preparation passed down across generations. These practices remain visible in local markets and in how residents spend their time.
El-Tor serves as the administrative center and main point for official matters and connections between coastal and mountain areas. Visitors should know that infrastructure in mountain regions can be limited and travel between north and south takes time.
The region sits where three continental plates meet, creating distinctive geological formations visible in rock shapes and landscape erosion patterns. This geological feature makes the area particularly interesting for nature enthusiasts and anyone curious about geology.
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