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Introducing Al-Quseir
Until the 10th century, Al-Quseir was an important transit point for travellers to Mecca. Later it became an entrepôt for Indian spices destined for Europe. Today it has a sleepy charm absent from other Red Sea towns.
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An Ottoman fortress (admission E£5; 9am-5pm) and old coral-block buildings line the waterfront, punctuated by the domed tombs of various saints – pilgrims who died en route to Mecca.
Diving trips and desert excursions can be arranged with Mazenar Tours (333 5247, 012 265 5044; rockyvalleycamp@yahoo.dk; Sharia Port Said).
For internet access, try Hot Line Internet Café (Sharia Port Said; per hr E£10; 9am-3am). There’s also a 24-hour telephone centrale, a National Bank of Egypt branch (no ATM) and a post office.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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