Dahab. or Дахаб in Russian Language This pearl of Aqaba gulf actually consists of two areas, the Bedouin village of Assalah, 2.5 miles to the south, with the business and administrative center of Dahab to the north. It is a sprawling conglomeration of palm trees, shops, campgrounds, hotels and restaurants that lie along the promenade of the Bay.
Dahab
means 'gold' in Arabic. In Sinai it means golden sands, turquoise sea
and off-beat cafe life. It is a focus of tourism development, with
swaying palms, fine sand and wonderful snorkeling opportunities. About
5 miles from town is the famous Blue Hole, for diving. Towards the
Israeli border is the Island of Coral, where the Crusaders built a
fort. The remains can still be seen. was originally
a Bedouin fishing village that today is world-renowned for its
windsurfing, because of the reliable winds that provide outstanding
flat water conditions. However, there are many reefs immediately
adjacent to the waterfront hotels, so scuba diving and snorkeling are
also very popular sports. Welcome to our paradise. |