Oasis Siwa
Siwa – is a big oasis that is located far from Cairo, almost on the border with Libya. Siva's remarkable oasis is that it is he, among all the oases of the vast Egyptian desert, that is the most colorful, lively and saturated. This area is of interest to many tourists, because it is a real paradise among the sandy sea. Siva has at least 300 thousand green luxury palm trees and a large number of olive trees. It attracts many travelers and the Shali fortress, which is located among the adobe huts, in the middle of a hill in the city of Siva itself.
Since ancient times, Siva's oasis has been inhabited by so-called berets and Bedouins, which lead mainly a nomadic lifestyle. Representatives of these tribes are engaged in the cultivation of dates, as well as olives, sometimes they conduct excursions, a given area, for travelers. Closer to the twentieth century, it was in this area that a strategic point was formed from the enemy for Egypt of Libya. Thousands of people from the very center of the country settled in this territory, among which were ordinary workers, as well as military ones. At this time, somewhere in 1980, the first civilized road from the city of Marsa Matruh is laid in Siva.
More recently, in order to visit the colorful Siva oasis, it was necessary to obtain a special permit, which was issued in Cairo. Now the procedure for visiting him has become more simpler, although in order to go towards Libya – permission still needs to be presented.
Around the Siva Oasis are attractions that are also worth attention. In just a few kilometers, the Temple of Amon is presented to your attention, or rather its ruins, which belong to another 525-630 years BC. Here you can also see Jabl El Mavta, which is a funeral ensemble of the powerful Roman era. From natural attractions, the artesian source Juba Spring also lures, where the local population likes to swim. The water temperature in this natural pool always holds about 30 degrees Celsius. For 15 km. from the oasis of Siva there is a place where, believing many legends, Macedonian himself is buried.
From Siva oasis, you can, as souvenirs for your family, purchase wonderful baskets of palm leaves, as well as unusual dresses and fabrics expanded by local craftsmen. Amazing silver products are also very popular, which are of great size. For example, the earrings made in Siva are so heavy that they are worn, tied around the head with a leather lace.
Siva's oasis will appeal to connoisseurs of refined nature, lovers of unusual places. Here you can enjoy watching the daily routine of local tribes, as well as watching the ruins of the oldest Egyptian civilization.
