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The history of Hurghada<\/strong> is the path from a small fishing village on the Red Sea shore to one of the most popular resorts in Egypt. Today people come here for the warm sea, coral reefs, hotels and excursions, but only a few decades ago Hurghada looked completely different.<\/p>\n

If you know how the city developed, a holiday in Hurghada becomes more interesting: behind the modern beaches, marinas and hotels you can see the history of a place that changed quickly thanks to the sea, tourism and a fortunate location.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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The history of Hurghada: from a fishing village to a resort<\/h2>\n

For a long time Hurghada was a small settlement on the Red Sea coast. Locals were engaged in fishing, trade and simple everyday life by the sea. There was no mass tourism here: the town did not resemble a modern resort with hotels, restaurants, diving centers and excursion routes.<\/p>\n

The first noticeable changes began in the 20th century, when oil work started developing in the area. Workers' settlements, roads and basic infrastructure appeared. This did not yet make Hurghada a tourist center, but it became an important stage in the city's development.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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Why Hurghada became popular<\/h2>\n

Real tourist growth began in the 1980s. Egypt began to develop the Red Sea coast more actively, and Hurghada turned out to have everything a resort needs: a warm climate, a long coastline, clear water and beautiful coral reefs.<\/p>\n

Gradually hotels, roads, restaurants, shopping centers and places to relax were built. Tourists quickly appreciated Hurghada's main treasure \u2014 the Red Sea. It was the sea that made the city famous among snorkeling, diving and boat-trip lovers.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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The Red Sea and the growth of tourism<\/h2>\n

The Red Sea became the main symbol of Hurghada. Coral reefs, bright fish, clear water and islands near the coast made the resort attractive to tourists from different countries. Even without diving you can see a beautiful underwater world on sea excursions in Hurghada<\/a>, while snorkeling or on a glass-bottom boat ride.<\/p>\n

Over time a large excursion industry grew up around sea holidays: yachts, submarines, islands, reefs, dolphin trips and private programs. Official tourist information about the country can be found on the portal Experience Egypt<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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How Hurghada has changed<\/h2>\n

Over a few decades Hurghada has grown into a major tourist center. Modern districts, marinas, water parks, promenades, hotels of different categories and excursion destinations have appeared. Nearby, Makadi, Sahl Hasheesh, Soma Bay and El Gouna have been actively developing.<\/p>\n

Today the city suits different tourists: families with kids, couples, groups of friends and those who want to combine a beach holiday with trips around Egypt. For convenience you can book in advance transfer in Hurghada<\/a>, and spread the excursions across the days of your holiday without overload.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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Hurghada today: sea, desert and the history of Egypt<\/h2>\n

Modern Hurghada is not only beaches. From here it is convenient to go to the pyramids in Cairo, ancient Luxor, on a desert safari, to the paradise islands of the Red Sea and to beautiful parts of the coast.<\/p>\n

If you want to see the ancient history of Egypt, the following are suitable: Luxor from Hurghada<\/a> or a trip to the pyramids. For an active holiday you can choose desert safari<\/a>, and for an easy day at sea \u2014 islands, reefs and yacht trips.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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What a tourist should know<\/h2>\n