Dahab, Resort town in South Sinai Governorate, Egypt.
Dahab is a coastal town on the Red Sea in Egypt, known for dive sites and shallow sandy bays between rocky sections. The settlement divides into two main areas: the traditional Bedouin village of Assalah in the north and the newer hotel zone further south along the waterfront.
Nomadic families lived here for centuries through fishing and goat herding before travelers in the 1980s sought simple accommodation. Within two decades the settlement grew into an international diving destination with permanent infrastructure and was later proposed for World Heritage listing.
The name means gold in Arabic, referring to the golden sand beaches along the coast. Many beachfront cafes offer low seating on cushions in traditional style, where guests relax and look out over the water.
A stay of several days allows enough time to try both shallow and deeper dives and rest between activities. The coastal road runs through the entire settlement, with most dive centers and lodging directly accessible from the shore.
Wind from the interior blows steadily over the bay almost every afternoon, drawing kite surfers from many countries to this coastline. In the shallow water north of the village center beginners learn the basics, while experienced riders jump and perform tricks farther out.
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