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Only in Egypt: Scientists discover oldest lost star catalog in St. Catherine's Monastery

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 - 11:14 GMT

The library of St. Catherine's Monastery continues to supply the world with many discoveries.

Digitization of St. Catherine's Monastery Library protects 4000 rare ancient manuscripts

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 - 11:59 GMT

Saint Catherine's Monastery, located at the foot of Mount Sinai, is recognized as the world's oldest continuously operating monastery.

The story of finding the oldest Bible in Saint Catherine

Tue, 04 Feb 2020 - 12:45 GMT

It is the oldest version of the Bible, with the Old and New Testaments. It is believed to be one of 50 copies that Emperor Constantine first commanded to write.

She hikes: What it is like to climb Egypt's 10 highest peaks

Tue, 07 Jan 2020 - 01:46 GMT

She began by following her passion in exploring unbeaten tracks in South Sinai, climbing the lesser known mountains, and then mounting Egypt's tallest 10 peaks in the span of 18 months. Finally, she embarked on organizing hiking trips in the rugged landsc

South Sinai in blue

Sun, 24 Dec 2017 - 12:15 GMT

It seems blue paints some of South Sinai’s natural landscapes, from the Blue Hole to the Blue Desert.

The view from the top of St. Catherine's is definitely different

Fri, 15 Dec 2017 - 10:00 GMT

Egypt is home to plenty of dusty trails, mountain tops and high summits to hike and see amazing views.

Hike mountains around St. Catherine for amazing view

Wed, 13 Dec 2017 - 11:07 GMT

Egypt is home to plenty of dusty trails, mountain tops and high summits to hike and see amazing views.

Passion for hiking in Sinai and adventure camps with children

Wed, 21 Jun 2017 - 07:54 GMT

Mostafa Shokry has a passion for adventure and is sharing it with children and families during hiking and camping trips at Egypt’s most scenic locations.

IS targets police checkpoint near Saint Catherine’s Monastery

Wed, 19 Apr 2017 - 07:00 GMT

A group of armed militants opened fire at a police checkpoint in Saint Catherine’s road, South Saini Wednesday midnight.

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