El-Tor
EgyptEG
City in South Sinai, Egypt
El Tor, also romanized as Al-Tur and At-Tur and known as Tur Sinai, formerly Raithu, is a city and the capital of the South Sinai Governorate of Egypt. The name of the city comes from the Arabic term for the mountain where the prophet Moses is believed to have received the Tablets of the Law from God; this mountain is designated Jabal Al Tor.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 12,733
- Coordinates
- 28.242, 33.622
- Timezone
- Africa/Cairo
- Elevation
- 14 m
Overview of El-Tor
El-Tor belongs to Egypt and has the feel of a small town. About 12,733 people are based here. And that scale sets the rhythm of a stay. Its strongest draws are culture and wellness. It lies in the northern hemisphere, which drives its seasonal calendar.
Things to do in El-Tor
Culture in El-Tor
(2)For culture, expect Cathedrals and Churches. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for El-Tor.
Wellness in El-Tor
(1)Wellness lovers get Hammam. It is a direct read of El-Tor's activity profile. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Getting there & around
Public transport thins out here — the nearest hub in Egypt plus a short drive is the usual route. Set your clock to Africa/Cairo on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near El-Tor that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is El-Tor known for?
- Travellers associate El-Tor with culture and wellness. It sits in Egypt and counts about 12,733 residents.
- What can you do in El-Tor?
- El-Tor is tagged with Cathedrals, Churches and Hammam, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- Where is El-Tor located?
- El-Tor belongs to Egypt, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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