Mount Serbal, Mountain summit in Sinai Peninsula, Egypt
Mount Serbal rises 2,070 meters above sea level, forming the fifth highest granite peak within the mountainous landscape of southern Sinai Peninsula.
The mountain gained recognition in the fourth century when Christian anchorites established numerous granite dwellings and constructed a monastery near its base.
Ancient inscriptions in Greek and other languages cover the rocks at Mount Serbal's base, leading to a section called Mokatteb, meaning the valley of writing.
Visitors require professional guidance, proper hiking equipment, and sufficient water supplies to navigate the challenging trails leading to Mount Serbal's summit.
Some scholars, including Ludwig Schneller, suggest Mount Serbal as an alternative location for the biblical Mount Sinai based on traditional travel routes.
GPS coordinates: 28.65062,33.64525
Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:11
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