Marsa Alam
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Marsa Alam

Egypt · Red Sea Governorate

Marsa Alam is a tourist town in south-eastern Egypt, located on the western shore of the Red Sea. It is described as a "popular" tourist destination. Marsa Alam is a relatively recently built town; its development began in 1995 through the investments of the Kuwaiti Al-Kharafi Group, which established the town and its initial facilities, resorts and infrastructure. Its growth was accelerated by the opening of Marsa Alam International Airport in 2003. Due to its crystal clear water and its white sandy beaches, it is also known as the "Egyptian Maldives."

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Local time
UTC+3 · 9 h ahead of Costa Rica
Region
Red Sea Governorate
Main language
Arabic
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25.07° N, 34.88° E

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