THE COOLEST TOWN in EGYPT 🇪🇬 Siwa Oasis Travel Guide

Siwa Oasis, Egypt - The urban oasis of Siwa is one of Egypt’s most isolated settlements with a population of about 33,000 people, mostly made of Berbers; an ethnic group indigenous to North Africa, and being so remote, they’ve developed their own unique desert culture.

Almost Every Egyptian friend we spoke with since the beginning of our trip in Cairo told us we should go east towards Sharm El Sheik and Dahab first, instead of Siwa Oasis. They said the mountains are beautiful and the Red Sea beach resorts are pristine and relaxing… but instead, we chose to go West. a grueling 9-hour journey towards the Libyan border all because I saw a photo of place that looked so unique to anything I’d ever experienced.

The ancient Citadel of Shali, rising up through the heart of modern downtown Siwa, tucked away in Egypt’s Western Desert. It looked so different and foreign in photographs and now walking up through here in person proved that unwavering urge to be true.

This fortified city was built by Berber populations in the 13th century to protect inhabitants from wandering tribes.

The Siwa Shali is a Labyrinth of huddled buildings that once rose four or five stories high and housed hundreds of people, and the entire compound is made of mud from clay, salt and rock that acts as a natural insulator from the scorching summer months.

In 1926 however, a three-day torrential rain storm caused more damage than any invader had managed in hundreds of years, and people have since moved out to more modern homes with running water and electricity.

But what remains, is one of the coolest ruins I’ve ever seen.

Along with the incredible Egyptian Food, one of the most popular attractions in Siwa Oasis are the salt pools outside of downtown Siwa.

You see, years ago people realized that there’s a lot of money to be made in the salt trade here in Siwa, and inevitably mines were created to extract the natural resource from the massive dried up salt lakes just outside town.

As diggers dug, the holes would naturally fill with freshwater from underground springs, and the crazy aqua green and turquoise colored pools that would form as a result, are what we came to see first-hand.

As if an isolated community, wildly interesting ruins, and multi-colored therapeutic salt pools weren’t enough, oh yeah, Siwa is also the perfect gateway into the Western Sahara Desert.

We finish this picture perfect trip to Siwa, as per usual, with a meal and a new perspective.

It was easy getting here, but the juice was most definitely worth the squeeze.

I hope you enjoyed this Egypt Travel Vlog from Siwa Oasis, Egypt as much as we did making it! ❤️ If so, please hit that "👍" button, and leave a comment!

See ya next week!

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[GarethLeonard]

Thank you all so much for watching (and commenting)! ❤ Big shout out to Salim (IG: @eslamabdraabo) for the incredible drone shots, and Tyler (IG: @Tylermcave) for the beautiful camera work! Tune in next week as we take the overnight sleeper train from Cairo to Aswan! 🚂 #TravelDeeper

[junelagomez]

What a historical beautiful view Egypt🥰👍🏼🇵🇭

[WhereDoWeTravelNow]

I didn't expect this to be such a treat. It goes without saying that I added Siwa to my travel list. This is the ultimate adventure, guys! Loved every moment of it!

[EgyptianEagle]

Finally a youtuber showing the try beauty of egypt

[abrhlm]

Beautiful city man. I am Egyptian and I've never been to that part of the country. It is really nice to see it through your channel.

[Waelfaragfarag-qyof]

احلي شى صوت الاذان بكل مكان ..الحمد لله والشكر لله

[MohamedAli-mqnx]

11:30, a wonderful view 🌅. Egypt 🇪🇬 ♥️

[abdelazezelsayed]

Hope you enjoyed your time at my beloved country Egypt.
Egypt has many wonderful places you can go with Cairo and Siwa.
If you like historical places and want to see third of world's monuments you should go to Luxor and Aswan, you will see templates and ancient monuments that you will never see in any other place, and if you want to enjoy beach and sea of course you should go to Sharm Elshiekh and Hurghada and take a diving tour where you will see spectacular coral reefs and colorful fish. And finally you should visit Alexandria, a living city like Cairo but with its amazing coastal vibes and enjoy our special food here at my city.
Welcome to Egypt ♥️🇪🇬

[hanykady]

Speaking as an Egyptian, and a Siwa Lover, this is one of the best vlogs i have ever seen for siwa in terms of picture quality

[salmaahmed]

I'm looking forward to enjoying the rest of the tour, welcome to Egypt ♥🇪🇬👍👍

[Lart-etog]

Wonderful shots, I've seen different vlogs of Siwa but this is one of the best.

[alaajadallah]

One of the most interesting people I have seen talk about my country. I hope you make more videos that document your trip and make us enjoy by watching your wonderful reactions.. Try to visit Luxor, Dahab and Sharm El Sheikh. Take a look at the new capital and also visit New Cairo, where there are many good restaurants.

[GabrieLight]

From the western sahara, relaxing in beautiful Siwa oasis you should jump to eastern sahara to Sinai where Saint Catherine and Jabal Mousa for a spiritual moments, you wouldn't regret it.
The quality of your shooting is great, editing is amazing, keep up the excellent work. 👍
Gareth, thank you for posting such videos, and you're always welcome in your second home Egypt! 🇪🇬💛🌱

[sarahken]

Siwa is one of the best places in Egypt! Such a paradise!

[MrMarvell]

I was in Siwa 6 weeks ago, such a beautiful and unique place, I would recommend it to anyone, it's worth the long drive from Cairo!

[cenner]

Wow! What an amazing video! The location, the cinematography, scenery, people, everything...came together so perfectly...just wow! Had to watch it twice!

[NajLahsen]

I get the feeling this guy can be happy just about anywhere lol Nice quality to have, because you'll be happy either way.

[friks]

Amazing experience! Im going to Egypt on June 21 for 22 days! I will remember all the tips that you giving! Thank so much.

[MariaMarquez-okhf]

Beautiful skies. What an amazing experience! Great filming. Really enjoyed your video! 😊💕

[travelbugmarabe]

Been there... i love Siwa my favorite place in Egypt...so much history...