Epic Hikes of the World ( PDFDrive )

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Sri Lanka’s Adam’s Peak, illuminated at night
MT SINAI, EGYPT
Throughout human history, mountains have often been seen as places where
ordinary mortals have a chance to commune with the gods – and they don’t get
much holier than Mt Sinai, where according to the Abrahamic faiths, Moses
received the Ten Commandments. Now located in modern Egypt, there are two
main paths up the 8625ft (2629m) mountain: the traditional Steps of Penitence, a
3750-step staircase favoured by hardcore pilgrims, or a longer but easier path
that’s mainly used by camel trekkers. Both start at the 6th-century Monastery of St
Catherine, before diverging and converging again on the natural amphitheatre
known as Elijah’s Hollow, where you can have a cup of tea before tackling the final
750 steps to the summit. Holy revelations might not be guaranteed at the summit,
but you will be treated to a cracking sunrise.
Start/End // Monastery of St Catherine
Distance // 9 miles (14km) round trip
More info // www.egypt.travel