St. Katherine

Overview

At 4350 km2, Saint Katherine Protectorate is one of Egypt's largest protected areas and boasts its highest mountains. Full of religious and culturally significant places of global importance, highlights include Mount Sinai, the 4th century Monastery of St. Katherine and numerous pre-historical sites. In 2002 UNESCO declared 640 km2 of the northern part of the St. Katherine Protectorate a World Heritage Site.

Attractions

St. Katherine Protectorate Visitor Centre

The location for the visitor center was chosen close to the monastery both to facilitate visitor attendance and as a control point. Fantastic views of the surrounding landscape can be experienced from the centre as it is elevated above the flood level. Through its architecture, construction, exhibits and workers, the centre aims to reflect the international value of the St. Katherine Protectorate especially as it is a World Heritage Site.

Ain Kidd

The upper reaches of Wadi Kidd become progressively narrow and eventually a rock sill prevents vehicle access. Beyond this sill lies Ain Kidd, a small and very beautiful mountain oases located on a natural spring.
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