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Location
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Located on the western side of the Gulf of
Suez, a part of the Northern Eastern desert of Egypt. It is located
south of Ain El Sokhna town by about 20 KM. It is bounded by the
latitudes 29° 20\ and 29° 40\ and longitudes 32° 20\ and 32° 45\. It
is accessible through the Ain El Sokhna - Hurgada coastal highway as
well as Zafarana - Koriamate desert highway. It is also reached from
Sinai on the other side of the Gulf through Ahmed Hamdy Tunnel beneath
the Suez Canal or by crossing the Gulf water from Ras Sudr in Sinai by
Sailing crafts. |
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| La Siesta is located on the El Galala
Plateau with access to an exclusive private beach. |
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Temperature Guests to
La Siesta will enjoy excellent temperatures year round.
Meteorological data for El Sokhna area:
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| Month |
Average
Temperature |
Average wind
speed. (Knots) |
Average
precipitation (mm/day) |
| January |
21-14 |
21 |
1-3 |
| February |
23-18 |
23 |
1-4 |
| March |
25-17 |
25 |
0-2 |
| April |
29-19 |
26 |
0-2 |
| May |
32-21 |
28 |
0-2 |
| June |
35-24 |
30 |
0 |
| July |
36-24 |
27 |
0 |
| August |
36-24 |
27 |
0 |
| September |
35-20 |
28 |
0 |
| October |
31-18 |
23 |
0-2 |
| November |
27-16 |
22 |
1-2 |
| December |
23-14 |
19 |
0-1 |
La Fiesta @
La Siesta
Come and enjoy lunch or dinner in a
relaxed and cozy atmosphere or just have some refreshments or a coffee
from a busy day of activities at La Siesta. La Fiesta offers a
combination of International and Middle Eastern specialties and is
open usually from 10 AM to 11 PM. Select from a fixed a la carte menu
or the Chef’s special of the day. The BBQ chicken “rotisserie style”
is always good and the local “mazah” and “salads” are a must for an
oriental touch.
On selective days and by reservation,
freshly baked “bedouin” bread is made right on the premises in a
wooden oven before your very eyes. It is your call to enjoy a formal
sit down dinner inside the newly constructed dinning room or on one of
the outside tables al fresco under the stars. You can also sit at the
bar or experience the informal sitting on an Egyptian “Hassira” and
famous “decaks” while enjoying a “shisha” just prepared for you and
your guests.
The service is friendly and attentive,
while the prices are very reasonable. A nice stereo system will keep
you entertained with a variety of soft music, jazz, contemporary songs
and modern oriental themes. You can also try and convince the Manager
to play your favorite CD.
Dine, dance, make new friends or just
relax with a drink are just a few options. Do not delay your visit to
La Fiesta. La Siesta residents and their guests are not the only
patrons. Visitors are always welcome and the experience is worth a
little detour if you are from out of town.
La Fiesta @ La Siesta… a destination to
remember.
Places to visit
Monastery of St. Anthony
The Monastery of St. Antony is located
35 KM Southwest of Zafarana. The first
Christian monastic community was established in 305 AD under the
leadership of St. Antony who lived in the Kolzom mountain, where he
found his cave and a water spring. Some of his desciples came and
settled with him and began to establish the monastery. In the fifth
century, the number of monk cells reached many thousands. The monastery of St. Antony makes for a lovely excursion filled with history and adventure.
Monastery of St. Paul
The monastery of St. Paul is located
Southeast of the monastery of St. Antony. The asphalt road leading to
it starts some 27 KM south of Zafarana. The Monastery was established
by followers of St. Antony in the fourth century AD. The monastery of
St. Paul provides for a unique excursion filled with history and
adventures.
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Wild Life
Local excursions and
mountain hiking offers unique experiences and an opportunity to see
the local environment with its wild life and beautiful natural
landscape .
Other places of interests include the
Lighthouse of Ras Abu Darag and the small Oasis in
West Qiseib with its beautiful vegetation among a unique
limestone surrounding. |
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| Fishing
/ Scuba Diving / Snorkeling |
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the red sea coastline provides for excellent spots at numerous
locations. The Marina of Wadi El Dom offers boats for rent. You
can rent the boat for the day if you are more adventurous. Tel:
062-210003/(2/1) |
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Sports and
Activities
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Enjoy a game of tennis or volleyball
with friends and family members. Visit the gym for some serious
action or just take it easy for the day by visiting the new
library. |
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Dining Out
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For delicious sea food check out the
fish restaurant "La Bouillabaise" of Marina Wadi El Dome located
2.5 Kms south of LaSiesta. Tel: 062-210003(2/1)
You can also check out the restaurants
of Hilton Sokhna located 16 Kms north of LaSiesta. Tel:
062-290500(10).
Another alternative is the Stella DI
Mare- Swiss Resort. Tel: 3413244-3413900-3410721 and if you are
lazy and don't want to drive then visit La Siesta coffee and
restaurant for an unforgettable meal served with a friendly smile.
We bake our own bread in a wood-burning oven daily.
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What do you
need for a picnic?
If you plan to have a picnic in the
many beautiful areas surrounding LaSiesta don't forget to take
with you the following items:
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A Kelim (Typical Egyptian
carpet) and small foldable chairs.
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An umbrella
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Water, tea, coffee, and sugar.
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Snacks
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A Swiss army knife
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Matches to make a small fire.
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Fresh
Catch
of the Day
If you do not feel like going
fishing or if you have been unsuccessful at fishing (which is very
difficult) you can always find fresh fish only 4 KMs north of
LaSiesta. Please visit Mister Hamza at his tent from Monday to
Friday. From Friday to Monday ask for Abu El Said. You can buy the
catch of the day depending on the "Rizk" as the fishermen say. The
fish can also be prepared for you if you order it a day or two in
advance. The average price is 25 LE. / Kg for fish and also medium
size shrimps. (Prices are subject to change).
First Aid and
Emergency
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In cooperation with El Salam
International Hospital in Cairo, the new emergency medical
center at La Siesta provides 24 hours a day, seven days a week
medical emergency services through a permanently resident doctor
and his team supported by a full set of medical equipment and a
fully equipped ambulance.
In case of emergency call: +2 062
3210591, +20101330096.
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