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Farafra
Fast Facts
- Location:Located in the Libyan Desert, between Dakhla and Bahariya in Western Egypt.
- Attraction Type: Oasis.
- Significance: One of the most isolated places in Egypt, Farafra is an amazing oasis in the Western Desert that does not have another settlement close to it.
- Best time to Visit: October to April.
- Visiting Hours: During daytime.
- How to Reach: Reach at Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport, located in Sharm el-Sheikh. You can reach Farafra from there by taking a car.
- Nearest Airport: Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport (SSH).
Silence has its own words, as they say. But have you ever been far away from your known world? Have you been completely alone? Have you ever tasted essence of isolation? It is amazing, for sure. And if these have already had an effect on you, come to Farafra and enjoy the isolation at its best. One of the most isolated places in Egypt, Farafra is an amazing oasis in the Western Desert that does not have another settlement close to it. Inhabited by 5000 inhabitants in a single village, most of whom are the local Bedouins, Farafra has some of the most wonderful samples of architecture – all in smooth and simple form and in mud color. It's an amazing experience for any traveler to experience the culture and lifestyle of a few villagers – at a completely isolated place, far away from the known world.
A part of Western Desert, Farafra is located in the Libyan Desert, between Dakhla and Bahariya in Western Egypt. Farafra is a triangular-shaped fertile depression with impenetrable Great Sand Sea covering the region to the west. It is also known as Ta-iht or the 'Land of the Cow' in the ancient times, probably due to its association with cow-headed goddess Hathor. Be it the Ain Besai or the White Desert to the northeast of it, Farafra has a lot to explore. Come and explore the place, it will be an experience of your lifetime.
Things to Do
There are plenty to visit in Farafra. It gives you an amazing opportunity to be in small village, completely isolated with the rest of the world. The architectures of the village buildings are quite interesting to see. The mud brick houses with narrow roads and roofs stand close to each other. The exteriors of some of the houses are painted with murals. You will also get an opportunity to learn about the culture and lifestyle of the Bedouins.
Another attraction of Farafra is its hot springs at Bir Setta. You must take a swim there before you leave the place. Female tourists should respect the local tradition and should bathe only in the afternoons. You can also visit the beautiful El-Mufid Lake.
But the biggest attraction for all the travelers who are visiting Farafra is the amazing White Desert, also known as Sahara el Beyda. Drive to 45 km north of Farafra to visit Ain Hadra spring and other attractions.
Accommodation
You will find a number of options for accommodation while visiting Farafra. Some of those can be listed as below:
El Badawiya Hotel
Gamal Abdel Nasser St.
New Valley
Farafra 12311, Egypt
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