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The White Desert National Park is a mythical land of white gold filled with creations of pure natural art that were carved by angels millions of years ago. It looks like a piece of hell that freeze completely as the flames of the desert transformed into white waves of chalk sand filled with celestial artifacts. All the marvelous treasures of this natural heaven are lively paintings showcasing the force of nature that can construct incredible sculptures that stood the test of time.
Everyone will have the chance to have the most thrilling and entertaining adventure across the off-beaten track of Egypt and explore all the creations of natural art that literary stood the test of time. Discovering this hidden destination will truly feel like exploring an alien planet filled with a number of magnificent sights and miraculous scenery of pure beauty and wonder. The white desert is truly the key to living the most complete adventure which will provide a true travel experience filled with many sensations of allure, wonder, and bliss. In this article, we will shed light on all the information relating to this awesome attraction.
The natural land white desert dates back millions of years and it has a number of incredible rock compositions which was an old sea floor that dried up. The white color of the land is basically a number of solidified creations of sea life and ancient crustaceans that was the key to creating the bedrock. The chalk rock has been affected by wind and water erosion for millions of years which provides each one a very special shape that is able to attract everyone from all over the world to explore. This magnificent off-the-beaten track became a national protected area in 2002 by the Egyptian government.
The white desert protected area "Sahara el Beyda" is found in the farfara depression which is part of the New Valley Governorate just 45 km (28 mi) on the northern side of the Qsar El Farafra town, 428 km south of Cairo which is a 6 hours drive, and 134 km north away from the black desert from the northern direction.
The white desert sits on an area of 3,010 km2 (1,160 sq mi) filled entirely with magical white chalk rock formations surrounded by a number of sun dunes & oases and mountain cliffs from the north. Wadi Hennis is the lowest point which sets as 32 m high above sea level and El Qess Abu Said is the heist point which sits at 353 m (1,158 ft) above sea level. The park is home to a number of wild and endangered animals which include the Rhim gazelle, Dorcas gazelle, foxes, Barbary sheep, jackals, and the sand cat.
The entire area of the white desert is filled with a number of remarkable and highly extraordinary gems that comes in different shapes and sizes showcasing the magnificent deep effect of the powers of nature of this celestial place that survived for millions of years such as:
The crystal mountain is a magical ridge found between the Farafra oasis and Bahariya oasis just south of the epic black desert. It holds a number of large hills which hold stones filled with magical crystals within them. Each of the rocks has priceless stones which are filled with magical patterns with a mesmerizing combination of yellow, blue, red, and black lines.
One of the many white rocks locates in the area is the captivating mushroom rock which offers the chance to enjoy the most epic photo session. For some unknown reason, the white chalk rock took the shape of a giant mushroom rock showcasing the artistic aspect of nature which was able to come up with this magnificent artifact.
The Agabat valley is an extraordinary rock formation that captivates the eye and the soul as the whole area feels like a different dimension filled with a number of breathtaking panoramic views that act as a window to the core of the desert that reflect the incredible beauty and bliss of the whole area.
The entire area has a number of sand dunes that create a very dazzling scenery filled with countless wonders plus offer the unique chance to offer the most thrilling and entertaining sandboarding activity. All the sand dunes create this massive wave that gives the illusion that the area is alive and breathing, seeking to provide everyone with the journey of a lifetime.
The area is home to a number of magical hot water springs, the most attractive and special of the springs is the magic spring which dates all the way to the roman times as a rest tomb for roman men and their camels while traveling across the western desert of Egypt. The spring is known to magically fill up when people arrive and completely empty when all the people leave.
The white desert is a very blessed destination filled with countless wonders and marvels, a day trip to the Bahariya & White Desert from Cairo can provide the chance for everyone to experience a number of exciting activities which will make every second in Egypt totally precious. These activities include:
Everyone can enjoy their time by taking a jeep safari tour to explore the desert and its formations magical formation that stood the test of time where everyone will enjoy an adrenaline rush and create legendary moments worthy of remembering for many years to come.
Everyone will get to have the most epic Camping trip overnight in the soul of the desert and have the most entertaining stargazing trip through the golden clear skies of the white desert where every single moment will feel like true fun, excitement, and magic. Camping in the white desert will be an incredible source of joyful memories.
Everyone will enjoy the most epic travel adventure across this glowing attraction which is able to take a guided tour to learn about the unique Geology of the White Desert. Everyone will get to learn about the rich facts and information about all the unique lifeforms and great creations found in this blessed destination.
Everyone will have the most unique and very incredible chance to enjoy an epic Sandboarding Adventure across the massive lands, hills, and sand dunes of the white desert that stood the test of time. Every second spent in the marvelous white desert will transform into the happiest memories that will make your time worthy of remembering.
In the sand hills of the white desert are a number of rare and epic animals that live in the blessed area which will offer the chance to witness all the marvelous and heavenly attractions of this sparkling wonder.
In this heavenly attraction, everyone will get to enjoy the astral sunsets and sunrises of this golden attraction which reflect the sun rays in the most magical and enriching manner which will motivate the awakening of blessed sensations of serenity and bliss.
Everyone will discover the unique and rich culture of the local Bedouin communities found all across the white desert and the western Sahara of Egypt in the most magical and thrilling manner. Everyone will get the chance to try the delicious foods and drinks of the Bedouin tribe by being surrounded by the most beautiful atmosphere.
Everyone will have the magical option to enjoy a hot spring bath in the nearby Bahariya Oasis to relax and heal using all the natural forces of this blessed and rich piece of land where dreams come true and all wounds & troubles fade away in a splash.
Egypt is known to be one of the safest travel destinations in the world and the white desert is the most safest travel destination. Since it is a naturally protected area, it has a military presence that ensures the safety of the whole area. There are some security checkpoints across the road that ensure the safety of all the travel and of course the entire area. The road leading from Cairo is easy to access but takes a lot of hours to reach both destinations.
The area of the white desert makes it the most ideal location for the Camp overnight in the divine golden desert and stargazing in the cloudy & starry sky of the western desert filled with the constellations of the milky way and countless shooting stars. There are a lot of campsites and hotels in the area that offer good food, magical surrounding & atmosphere, and excellent services.
The White Desert is a unique and beautiful natural wonder located in Egypt where everyone can enjoy some interesting facts about this stunning landscape, which includes:
1. The White Desert gets its name from the white chalk rock formations that cover the desert floor. These formations have been sculpted by wind erosion and resemble mushrooms, chicken legs, and other interesting shapes.
2. The White Desert is located in the Western Desert of Egypt which is about 45 kilometers north of the town of Farafra.
3. The desert covers an area of about 3,010 km2 (1,160 sq mi) and is part of the Farafra Depression, which is a low-lying area that was once covered by the sea.
4. The White Desert is home to a variety of unique plant and animal species, including desert foxes, sand cats, and Egyptian vultures.
5. The White Desert is a popular tourist destination and is known for its stunning landscapes and unique rock formations. Everyone can take guided tours through the desert and even camp overnight in the middle of the desert.
6. The White Desert is also home to several important archaeological sites including the Farafra Oasis and the Ain Bishma Roman Fort.
7. The White Desert is known for its extreme temperatures with daytime temperatures often exceeding 40 C in the summer months.
8. The desert is also known for its stunning night sky, which is free from light pollution and offers incredible stargazing opportunities.
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