Saint Catherine
Egypt, South Sinai Governorate
Saint Catherine
LocationEgypt, South Sinai Governorate
RegionSouth Sinai Governorate
TypeProtected Area
Coordinates28.5540°, 33.9470°
Established1988
Area43.5
Nearest CitySaint Catherine (1 mi)
Major CitySharm El Sheikh (75 mi)
Entrance Fee0.3
About Saint Catherine
Home to Mount Sinai and Saint Catherine's Monastery, this protected area features dramatic mountain landscapes and religious significance. The area contains unique high-altitude ecosystems and endemic plant species. It is considered one of Egypt's most important cultural and natural heritage sites.