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Review & FAQ:

  • What is Mount Sinai known for?
    • Anyone familiar with the Judeo-Christian stories of Moses – or the work of Charlton Heston – will recognize Mount Sinai as the place where Moses first received the Ten Commandments.
  • Why is Mount Sinai significant?
    • It is one of four sacred mountains in the Middle East according to the Bible, and it is a popular destination for both tourists and pilgrims.
  • What can visitors see at the base of Mount Sinai?
    • At the base of the mountain is St. Catherine’s Monastery, and from there visitors can hike or take a camel ride to the summit.
  • What is at the summit of Mount Sinai?
    • The summit is lined with various chapels and shrines, some of which are now ruins. At the top of the mountain, there is both a mosque and a chapel.
  • What views can visitors experience at Mount Sinai?
    • Visitors will be treated to a stunning view of the surrounding area, or, if they choose the right time of day, a truly spectacular sunrise.
  • Where is Mount Sinai located?
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