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 Canyons originate by a process of long-time erosion from a plateau level, with a stream gradually carving out its valley. Cliffs and canyons' walls are often formed of resistant sandstones, granite or cut into limestone rocks.
Such dramatic landscapes and astonishing shapes are found in particular in the Colored Canyon, an inviting destination for the active and adventurous.
The level of difficulty in hiking through canyons varies from one canyon to another; luckily the Colored Canyon in one of the most beautiful and easiest to visit. If you have already been to the White Canyon and enjoyed it, you are bound to find this one even more fascinating and much easier to do as it does not involve as much climbing. The Canyon is located about 12 km north of Nuweiba, two hours from Sharm El Sheikh. It lies in a limestone mountain chain named “El Tih”, where, it is said, Moses was lost for 40 years. The area is only reached by 4x4 vehicles and you need to be accompanied by guides. The small oasis of ‘Ain Furtaga’ is the beginning of the trek leading to this geological wonder of Sinai. Upon arrival to the entrance of the maze, you have a couple of hours walk ahead of you along with some light climbing. Simple but essential precautions are required in order to make the most of your day trip: make sure you are wearing suitable shoes, have all the water supplies you need but the minimal baggage to carry as they become more of a burden afterwards. As the name of the canyon suggests, the sandstone has been mineralized and stained in a variety of attractive ways transforming the cliffs to a spectacular multi-colored stone. The canyon itself is a water-eroded, narrow and twisting path formed over thousands of years into the rocks, surrounded by spectacular 60 meter cliffs with narrow slots with drops – sometimes referred to as slot canyons - beautiful sculptured walls and cliffs made of sandstone with layers of amazing colors such as pink, purple, silver and gold. source: touregyypt
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