Mount Moses

Period : Prehistoric Period
State : Well Preserved
Address: In the city of Saint Catherine, South Sinai
بمدينة سانت كاترين بجنوب سيناء
The Mount of Moses is also referred to as 'Djabal El-Munagah' . This is because , according to the Monotheistic religions , God spoke to Prophet Moses at this particular site . It is also known as 'Mount Horeb' , 'Mount Musa' , 'Gebel Musa' , 'Jabel Mousa' and 'Moses Mountain' . The height of Mount Moses reaches 2285 meters . Admirers of the charming , absorbing views can climb the mountain by night to contemplate the beautiful sunrise and immerse in the glamour of the taking scene .
Nearing the top , one can view old chapels honoring saints and the Virgin Mary . At its top , there is a mosque and a small church dedicated to the Holy Trinity . Known as the Burning Bush , this small chapel was built in 1934 on the remains of a 16th century church . To make a great tour to this pilgrimage destination , people from different spots in the world come to Sinai Mount . The tour usually includes visiting the Monastery of St . Catherine , the Burning Bush , Elijah's Plateau and the Plain of ar-Raaha .


Overall view of Moses Mountain



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