Legend has it that the prominent landmark stood an incredible 135 metres high. Imagine that donkeys had to go up and down the double spiral staircase carrying day and night loads of timber to fuel the lighthouse’s lantern!
Ticket Price(s):
Regular: 20 EGP
Student: 15 EGP
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