St Catherine
Hike the ancient trail Moses walked and experience raw mountain beauty
Concealed deep in the Sinai mountains at an elevation of 1,600 m above sea level lies the town and protectorate of St Catherine, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This holy ground is sacred to all religions and holds spiritual significance as the divine spot where Moses received the Ten Commandments. Today, this rustic town is home to one of the world’s oldest continuously functioning Christian orthodox monasteries built on the site of Moses’ Burning Bush at the base of Mount Sinai. Visitors from around the world visit to marvel at the natural and historic significance of this area, and many feel a deep spiritual affinity with the land.
For nature lovers, St Catherine is also the perfect base from which to begin an exploration of the surrounding mountain range with its many trails and valleys. This is a fantastic opportunity to hike in total peace, surrounded by mountain crisp fresh air and raw beauty. Due to its high altitude, the town is one of the only areas in Egypt to regularly see a dusting of snow in winter.
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Hidden Gems
The Sacred Sacristy Museum in the St Catherine Monastery, home tosome prized religious manuscripts, art, and icons.
The Church of St Catherinewith its elaborately carved wooden door and the famous Mosaic of the Transfiguration, one of the monastery's most renowned treasures.
The Burning Bush where, according to scripture, God spoke to Moses.
Insider Picks
Head to Mount Sinai pre-dawn to begin the 3–4-hour trekwith Bedouin guides up to the summit, 2,285 m above sea level, in time to catch a spectacular sunrise.
Pay a visit to the St Catherine Monasteryon your way down from the Mount Sinai hike.
