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Elba, Mountain summit in southeastern Egypt.

Gabal Elba reaches an elevation of 1,435 meters and forms part of a mountain range near the Red Sea coast.

The national park surrounding Gabal Elba was established in 1985, encompassing 35,600 square kilometers of diverse terrains and ecosystems.

Local Bedouin communities in the Gabal Elba area utilize Moringa trees for cooking oil and traditional medicinal purposes.

Visitors to Gabal Elba require special permits and police escort due to its location near the Sudanese border.

The mountain functions as a mist oasis, collecting moisture from Red Sea winds, enabling the growth of 458 plant species.

Location: Egypt

Elevation above the sea: 1,435 m

GPS coordinates: 22.16790,36.36488

Latest update: March 8, 2025 01:54

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