Fruitful palms, white sands and clear blue Mediterranean seas classify Arish as a premium holiday destination. Egypt's largest northern city and the capital of North Sinai is near the marshy, lagoon-like Lake Bardawil, which makes much of the region inhospitable. Less crowded than the beach destinations in the south, Arish has a marina and plenty to do on and off the water. On the closest border of the lake, the Zerenike Protectorate has been maintained as a refuge for birds and other wildlife. In town, Bedouin Market is a lively affair with merchants arriving on camel and in trucks, selling everything from silver, embroidery and beadwork, to clothing and camel saddles. Learn about the traditional nomadic lifestyle at the Sinai Heritage Museum, which is filled with Bedouin artefacts. When staying in Arish hotels, visitors can enjoy these sites and the delicious local specialities at any restaurant in the area. The city is easily accessible via El Arish International Airport.

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