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Sharm el-Sheikh
City in Egypt
About Sharm el-Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh, alternatively rendered Sharm el-Sheikh or Charm el Sheikh, is an Egyptian city located on the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula, in South Sinai Governorate, on the coastal strip along the Red Sea in Asia. Its population is approximately 77,000 as of 2017. Sharm El Sheikh is the administrative hub of Egypt's South Sinai Governorate, which includes the smaller coastal towns of Dahab and Nuweiba as well as the mountainous interior, St. Catherine and Mount Sinai.
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Best time to visit
Best time to go: November – April
Midday highs, based on last year's weather. Green months have comfortable temperatures and few rainy days.
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Questions about Sharm el-Sheikh
Where is Sharm el-Sheikh?
Sharm el-Sheikh is in Egypt. The nearest city is El-Tor, about 78 km away.
When is the best time to visit Sharm el-Sheikh?
The most comfortable months to visit Sharm el-Sheikh are November – April: pleasant temperatures and few rainy days, based on last year's weather.
Is there a ready-made trip plan near Sharm el-Sheikh?
Yes. The 7-day Hurghada plan is about 91 km away. You can open it and change it as you like.
How can I plan a trip to Sharm el-Sheikh?
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