Taba
Egypt
Sun Pyramids Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Taba via a moderrn air-coditioned vehicle to Taba port,
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Taba, the northernmost resort town on Egypt's Red Sea coast, situated at the tip of the Gulf of Aqaba. This is a place where geography and history converge in a dramatic fashion. …
Listen in the app2Pharaoh's Island and the Citadel of Saladin
Just south of Taba lies one of its most iconic landmarks: Pharaoh's Island, also known as Geziret el-Faroun. This small granite island is crowned by a magnificent medieval fortress, the Citadel of Saladin. …
Listen in the app3The Coastal Fjord of Taba
Continuing south from the town center, we encounter a natural wonder known as the Fjord of Taba. This is a narrow, deep bay protected by a surrounding ring of mountains, creating a calm, emerald-green pool that is a favorite for…
Listen in the app4The Colored Canyon and the Interior Wilderness
While Taba is a coastal town, its soul is deeply connected to the desert interior. One of the most spectacular day trips from Taba is to the Colored Canyon. …
Listen in the app5The Taba Heights and the Gulf View
Taba Heights is the modern, upscale resort area located just south of the town center. While it features luxury hotels and world-class golf courses, it is also one of the best places to appreciate the grand scale of the Gulf of…
Listen in the app6The Border Crossing and Diplomatic History
The Taba Border Crossing is more than just a transit point; it is a monument to peace and diplomacy. This small patch of land was at the center of a long-standing dispute between Egypt and Israel following the 1973 war and the…
Listen in the app7The Bedouin Culture and Sinai Traditions
No visit to Taba is complete without engaging with the local Bedouin culture. The Bedouin tribes of the Sinai, such as the Tarabin, have lived in this region for hundreds of years and are the true guardians of its traditions and…
Listen in the app8Closing
As our journey through Taba comes to an end, I hope you feel 'pulled closer' to this unique corner of the world. We have explored the medieval ramparts of Pharaoh's Island, dived into the emerald depths of the Fjord, and walked…
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What is Taba?
Taba is a place in Egypt with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Egypt |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 29.4935, 34.8998 |
| Last updated |