What to see in Berenice, itinerary including the main places of interest of this ancient Egyptian town located on the Red Sea, as well as excursions, beaches and things to do.
Berenice tourism
Located on the coast of the Red Sea, in the far south of the country near the border with Sudan, Berenice is a popular holiday resort.
The place takes its name from Queen Benerice I belonging to the Tolomei family, who ruled Egypt from 305 BC. until the Roman conquest in 30 BC.
In honor of the mother who just passed away, the son of Benerice I, Ptolemy II Philadelphus, in 275 BC. he founded this city, which during the Roman Empire constituted an important port for trade towards India and the Far East.
Berenice, until recently known, offers the visitor a rich natural, cultural and underwater heritage with many excursions suitable for tourists.
Many diving spots allow you to admire the beautiful and interesting coral formations, in an uncontaminated sea, populated by a large variety of fish.
The white sandy beaches of Berenice are washed by shallow sea water.
The airport in Egypt closest to Berenice is Marsa Alam, 160 km away.
