Siwa at a Glance

As soon as I arrived at Siwa Oasis, I took a tuk-tuk tour. The weather was too hot for walking, and the distances between tourist spots were quite far, so riding a tuk-tuk turned out to be a great choice. With a local driver, I visited Shali Fortress, Amun Temple, the Salt Lake, and the city market. The feeling of the breeze while riding was refreshing, and seeing the oasis scenery up close was a unique experience. Shali Fortress still has its crumbling mud walls intact, allowing you to feel the ancient history of Siwa. The view from the top was breathtaking. I also stopped by modest Islamic mosques and local markets, where the people of Siwa were incredibly friendly, and the tuk-tuk driver was cheerful. Thanks to the tuk-tuk, I could comfortably explore the vast and hot Siwa, capturing every little scene of its charm. Tuk-tuks can navigate narrow paths that big buses or cars cannot, which made the experience even more satisfying. 📍 Location Siwa Oasis, Matrouh Governorate, Egypt