El Fanar Memorial, Sharm El Sheikh (must see)

The El Fanar Memorial was established in 2005 in honor of the victims of the plane crash from January 3, 2004. The plane, which crashed into the Red Sea, was a "Boeing-737" from the Egyptian airline Flash Air. Today, the monument honors the lives of all on board (148 people).

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Sight Name: El Fanar Memorial
Sight Location: Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt (See walking tours in Sharm El Sheikh)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:

Sharm El Sheikh Introduction Walking Tour

Walking Tours in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt

Create Your Own Walk in Sharm El Sheikh

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Shopping in Sharm Elsheikh

The city of Sharm Elsheikh is a terrific destination for both unique and traditional goods. The famous open-air markets are a rare and splendid sight. Travel down the "old beaten path" of Sharm Elsheikh today and find out just what exactly it has to offer.

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.8 Km or 2.4 Miles

Sharm El Sheikh Introduction Walking Tour

Sharm Elsheikh, a fabulous resort town renowned for its sandy beaches, clear waters and coral reefs, is also grand in terms of exotic architecture and other places of interest. If you wish to take some time off sunbathing and lounging about, follow this orientation walk and explore some key sights of Sharm Elsheikh!

Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 6.2 Km or 3.9 Miles