For a cultural tour in Shali, the oasis' main town, check out the strange ruins of the Shali Fortress which dominate the town center and walk along sandy paths to find the Temple of the Oracle, once visited by Alexander the Great himself to consult the Oracle of Siwa. Finish your day by taking a dip at Cleopatra's Pool, where the legendary queen herself is believed to have once swum. Don’t forget to buy some Siwan Crafts on your way, and spare an hour or two for a visit to the charming Siwa House Museum.
Adventurous travelers will also get their fix of fun and excitement by heading for a safari into the great sand sea or trying out quad biking in the Western Desert of Egypt.
It is advisable to visit Siwa and any other Western Desert destination in the cooler months of the year, from October to April that is. Temperatures in summer can reach up to 35-45 C.
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Highlights - Siwa Oasis
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Shali Fortress
The centre of Siwa is dominated by the "salty" ruins of the 13th century Shali fortress.
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Cleopatra's Pool
The most famous attractions in Siwa is Cleopatra's pool, a stone pool fed by a natural hot spring,…
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Siwa House Museum
Located in a traditional Siwan house, the museum boasts traditional Siwan objects such as silver…
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Temple of the Oracle
Located 4 km east of the present town of Siwa, the Temple of the Oracle housed the famous Greek…
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