Siwa trip to look for calm

Siwa, a desert Oasis imposed itself to be one of the most important tourist destinations in Egypt, even with the presence of the Giza pyramids and Pharaonic monuments in various regions of Egypt, which is the first destination for tourists coming to Egypt but the Siwa found itself a special place, including the quality and different location.

Location
Siwa oasis in Egypt's Western Desert Siwa away about 300 km from the Mediterranean coast, the distance to the Cairo and 627 km distance to Marsa Matrouh 360 km. It is closer to the Egyptian oases state of Libya, has been used days Ages Romanian Exile. And know Siwa Pettmrha and tasty olives, as well as high-quality olive oil. Oasis reduced the average level of 18 meters below the sea surface. Status of the urban town of Siwa, home to nearly 30 thousand people.

The most important places in Siwa

"Shali region"
of the most prominent landmarks Siwa old town, known as Shali. Where the effects of the Pharaonic Temple of Amun, a seat of one of the world Arafa months old, who was visited by Alexander the Great in 333 BC, where the priests erected a son of the god Amun and Otoqau his rule of Egypt and the ancient world known at that time

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"Siwa protected"
from the most important natural reserves Egypt

"Mountain of the Dead"
Mountain of the Dead is located at the northern end of the town of Siwa, a small hill above the rock tombs scattered with beautiful colors dating back to the sixth century dynasty. Among the most famous tombs in this area cemetery CNN Amon and crocodile cemetery and cemetery Ne Bear Baguca

"Springs and small lakes"
as well as the eyes of freshwater such as eye Kayvarh, famous Pettmrha and olives and oil products, handicrafts, carpets and textiles

"Water treatment"
Water therapeutic "There is a well Chegar hot, with a temperature of mineral water and sulfur in this fountain is about 67 degrees Celsius, studies have shown that this water helps to address skin diseases such as psoriasis dramatically and digestive disorders and rheumatic diseases.

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"Dakrour Mountain"
is located 3 km south east of Siwa Oasis, and knows this mountain climate Boukoas therapeutic, especially for patients with rheumatism. As discovered in the Siwa Oasis in 2007, the oldest traces of human feet on the face of the earth as old to 3 million a year

Some tips that you can take advantage of them when you visit the Siwa Oasis:

"Permits"
should get a permit to travel from Siwa Oasis to Bahariya or to the surrounding desert oasis of Siwa, and there are some local guides who can take care of these permits, but they will need your passport. These permits are not suitable for only one day and do not always allow trips that take more than a day
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"Food"
offers most of the restaurants and cafes, with the exception of hotels and major restaurants, a group of traditional foods essential for visitors such as kebabs, salads, meat and chicken dishes, and most of these foods come from Shali or neighboring areas
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"Sand baths"
of things that must be done on the visitor, to bury your body until your neck in hot desert sands may seem to you to be scary? It is a method of treatment very well known for its ability to treat arthritis, rheumatism, you do not miss his experience.

You can keep your mobile phone number in the Siwa Oasis activate the roaming service. You Instead, buy a local mobile phone line from any of the local telecommunications companies in Egypt. Services are also available from banks and ATMs in the oasis of Siwa.

Accommodation

There are hotels and resorts distinctive mention a number of them

Siwa Shali Resort
The city center is 3 km from the resort of Siwa Shali, as is Mount Siwa Shali walking distance, it is also possible to participate in the daily expeditions around the Siwa Oasis, and shuttle service is available upon request.
The area where there is a landscaped pool, which spread all over the resort and traditional-style homes and Siwa Oasis and hot springs bath for treatment

. Talist Siwa
Located just 500 meters from Lake Siwa. It provides free private parking at the site, and accommodation in Bedouin tents and a swimming pool and a restaurant with an outdoor terrace and a lounge to relax. And floors of rooms with Bedouin carpets made by hand. Each room has a small window and a shared bathroom
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Dream Lodge Hotel
Provides air-conditioned accommodation designed Siwi traditional style. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi in public areas, and an outdoor pool. All rooms at the Hotel Dream Lodge handmade furniture, carpet Siwi, and provide a balcony overlooking the garden. Each room also offers a small seating area with a TV and a refrigerator. Room service is available around the clock. Can Dream Lodge hotel arrange local excursions, and organize trips to local festivals. Are arranged rental cars and bikes at the reception desk, who works around the clock. There is also a children's playground in the hotel. Dream Lodge is located just one kilometer from the temple of Amun named Cleopatra, Alexander the temple is located just a short walk from the hotel, and public parking is available free on-site
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Taziry Ecolodge Siwa
Taziry is located 16 km from the city center, and just 4 km from the Temple of the Oracle. The fountain is located one well Alkipritaa Hot 12 km. The hotel can arrange transportation from Cairo to Taziri. Was built ecolodge in Siwa Oasis natural materials compatible with the traditions of Siwa. And overlooks all of White Mountain Lake Gary and palm groves and the Great Sand Sea. The luxurious rooms and spacious private bathrooms Taziry modern. All rooms have a private balcony. There are small windows and the wind picks up and reduce the need for air conditioning. And is used for oil lamps and candles for lighting
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Shali Lodge Siwa
Shali Lodge Siwa is a distance of 10 km from the island Fitnas and 5 km from the city center. And public parking is available and free of charge in a nearby location. Shali Lodge Siwa featuring rooms with brightly decorated wooden floors and a fan and a seating area and a private bathroom. Some rooms include a balcony and satellite TV.

Conclusion
The best of times throughout the year to visit the oasis of Siwa is spring or autumn because the very cold winters and very hot summers, and if I visited in October, do not miss the opportunity to harvest festival dates, which runs for three days.