The Closed Canyon – Sinai’s Hidden Labyrinth
Far from the crowded paths of Mount Mousa, hidden among the sandstone mountains north of Saint Catherine, lies a natural wonder that feels like stepping into another world: the Closed Canyon. Carved by time, water, and wind, this narrow passage twists and turns through layers of colored rock, creating an experience that is part hike, part exploration, and part adventure. What is the Closed Canyon? The Closed Canyon is a narrow slot canyon, similar in feel to the more famous Colored Canyon near Nuweiba, but quieter and more intimate. Its sandstone walls rise high overhead, sometimes narrowing so much that [...]