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Sharm el-Sheikh

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01 · Overview

Sharm el-Sheikh, in brief

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02 · History

How Sharm el-Sheikh took shape

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03 · Visit

Visiting Sharm el-Sheikh

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04 · Food & culture

Food and everyday culture in Sharm el-Sheikh

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05 · Arts

Arts and cultural life in Sharm el-Sheikh

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06 · Economy

Work and the economy in Sharm el-Sheikh

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07 · Safety

Safety and practical guidance for Sharm el-Sheikh

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08 · Questions

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01 · Q&A

Where is Sharm el-Sheikh located and what are its coordinates?

Sharm el-Sheikh is situated in Egypt at geographic coordinates 27.9158, 34.3299 with an elevation of an elevation monitored in local geographic surveys.

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What is the population and time zone of Sharm el-Sheikh?

Sharm el-Sheikh has a recorded population of approximately 38,478 and observes the Africa/Cairo time zone (EGP).

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What languages and currency are used in Sharm el-Sheikh?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Sharm el-Sheikh include ar-EG, en, fr, and the circulating currency is EGP.

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