Sinai Collection (#17)

MOSES COUNTING ISRAELITES. Moses counting the Israelites as they sojourn in the wilderness of Sinai (Numbers 1: 17-46). Wood engraving, American, 19th century

MOSES BREAKING THE TABLETS of the law (Exodus 32: 19). Wood engraving after Gustave Dor
MOSES BREAKING THE TABLETS of the law (Exodus 32:19). Wood engraving after Gustave Dor

Approach to Mount Sinai Wady Barah Feby 17th 1839. Date published between 1844 and 1845

Ambulance camp in Sinai, Egypt
An ambulance camp in the Sinai desert, Egypt, probably during the First World War. Date: early 20th century

Turkish cavalry crossing Sinai desert, Egypt, WW1
Turkish cavalry crossing the Sinai desert, Egypt, during the First World War. Date: circa 1917

British troops marching to El Arish, Egypt, WW1
British troops of the 1/11th London Regiment, 162nd Infantry Brigade, 54th East Anglian Division (Desert Column) marching to El Arish, North Sinai, Egypt, during the First World War

Desert columns at El Magdhaba, Egypt, WW1
Desert columns at El Magdhaba, on the Sinai peninsula, Egypt, during the First World War. Date: 11 June 1917

Desert column at El Magdhaba, Egypt, WW1
A desert column at El Magdhaba, on the Sinai peninsula, Egypt, during the First World War. Date: 11 June 1917

River Nile, true-colour satellite image. North is at top. Water is blue, deserts are brown, clouds are white. The lower reaches of the River Nile flow through Egypts deserts before reaching

Rameses III

Snapper School
A large big school of snappers hunting at Ras Muhamad, Sinai, Egypt

Coral Polyp Ras Mohamme closeup
Coral Polyp Ras Mohammed National Park, Red Sea, Sinai, Egypt

Coral Polyp Ras Mohammed National Park, Red Sea, Sinai, Egypt

Coral Reef Red Sea, Ras Mohammed
Scuba Divers pass by a coral reef photographed at Ras Mohammed National Park, Red Sea, Sinai, Egypt

Divers at a shipwreck Ras Mohammed
Divers at a shipwreck at Ras Mohammed National Park, Red Sea, Sinai, Egypt

Blue-spotted stingray (Taeniura lymma) head. The eyes are the raised bumps, and the mouth is on the underside of the head region of this flattened body

Sunken ship wreck
Underwater photography of a sunken ship wreck. Ras Mohammed National Park, Red Sea, Sinai, Egypt

Divers at a shipwreck at Ras Mohammed National Park, Red Sea, Sinai, Egypt

Tracks in the sand of the Sinai Desert lead under a tree in the Coloured Canyon, Sinai South, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Erosion helps form stunning formations in the rocks of the Coloured Canyon, Sinai South, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

The oldest Christian monastery in the world, St. Catherines Monastery, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sinai Peninsula, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

The gate keeper stands by the single entrance to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of St. Catherines Monastery, Sinai Peninsula, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Clear Red Sea waters, Ras Mohammed National Park, Sinai South, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Bedouin Man - Sinai, Egypt. Egyptains call the Sinai Peninsula the " Land of Fayrouz"

Sinai Peninsula
Sherm Moyah Ras Mohammed, on the Sinai Peninsula in northeast Egypt : mount Horeb is in the distance, 2400 metres high

Moses & Joshua Descend
Moses and Joshua descend from Mount Sinai

Egypt Mount Sinai
(aka Mount Horeb) in the Sinai desert, the scene of many remarkable happenings

Pattern of sun on sand dune in Sinai, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Tarabine, Red Sea, Sinai, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Lamp and Gulf of Aqaba, Asilah (Dahab), Sinai, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Camel, Mount Sinai, Sinai, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Beach and Gulf of Aqaba, Nuweiba, Sinai, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Bedouin man in the Colored Canyon, near Nuweiba, Sinai, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Monastery of St. Catherine, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sinai, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

The Book of Job dating from the 11th century, Monastery of St. Catherine, Sinai, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Desertscape, near Nuweiba, Sinai, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Tourist watching the sunrise on top of Mount Sinai, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

the mountains of the Sinai desert near Dahab in Egypt. Temperatures have already risen by 0
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A new moon over the mountains of the Sinai Desert in Egypt
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Twinspot snappers (Lutjanus bohar), blue background, Ras Mohamed, Sinai, Red Sea, 2506007
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Twinspot Snappers (Lutjanus bohar), Ras Mohamed, Sinai, Egyptian Red Sea, blue background, 27-6-07
Len Deeley / SplashdownDirect

Waves crashing over the low sea wall in Dahab on the Red Sea in the Sinai Desert Egypt
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Mosaic eggs for sale in Dahab on the Red Sea in the Sinai Desert Egypt
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Rundown Arabic housing belonging to poor people in Dahab on the Red Sea in the Sinai Desert Egypt
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

An arabic women in Dahab on the Red Sea in the Sinai Desert Egypt making goods
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Coral reef in the Blue Hole off Dahab in the Red Sea in Egypt. Like many areas of coral around the world they are
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

star gazing through a telescope with Bedouin arabs in the Sinai Desert near Dahab in Egypt
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

A Bedouin man cooking bread on an open fire in a Camp in the Sinai Desert near Dahab in Egypt
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

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Sinai, a land of wonders and ancient treasures. From the vibrant coral reefs teeming with life to the majestic Hawksbill sea turtle gracefully gliding through the crystal-clear waters, this peninsula in Egypt's Sinai Desert is a true paradise for nature enthusiasts. But Sinai is not only about its natural beauty; it holds a rich cultural heritage as well. At St. Catherine's Monastery, an iconic 6th-century icon of Mary and saints Theodoros and Georgios stands alongside angels, reminding visitors of the deep religious significance that permeates this sacred place. Within these hallowed walls lies the Codex Sinaiticus Syriacus, a priceless manuscript dating back to the 5th century. Max Schmidt's painting aptly captures the essence - its rugged landscapes dotted with Bedouin tents brewing aromatic coffee outside while camels rest nearby. The Bedouin people have called this desert home for centuries, their lives intertwined with its sands and secrets. Mt Sinai rises majestically from the desert floor, bearing witness to one of history's most significant events - Moses receiving the Ten Commandments. This holy mountain has drawn pilgrims from far and wide seeking spiritual enlightenment amidst its awe-inspiring surroundings. The Burning Bush at St. Catherine's Monastery serves as a constant reminder of God's presence on this sacred ground – an UNESCO World Heritage Site where faith intertwines seamlessly with history. And let us not forget about adventure. Diving off Sharm el Sheikh reveals another world beneath our feet - vibrant coral reefs bustling with marine life greet divers who explore these underwater wonders in awe-struck amazement. As we wander through Dahab in Egypt’s Sinai Desert, we encounter Bedouins guiding their loyal camels across vast dunes – an image that evokes both nostalgia and fascination for their nomadic way of life. Finally, Sahaba Mosque stands tall as a testament to Islamic architecture within this diverse region, showcasing the vibrant cultural tapestry that Sinai embraces.