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Viewpoint · Bawiti, Giza
English Mountain (Gebel el-Ingleez)
A hill near Bawiti with the ruins of a British observation post from World War I and views of the Bahariya oasis and surrounding desert.
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About English Mountain (Gebel el-Ingleez)
English Mountain (Gebel el-Ingleez) is an isolated hill near Bawiti in the Bahariya Oasis. At the top are the ruins of a British guard post from World War I, when the area was watched for incursions from Libya.
The climb is short and leads to a view over the oasis — palm trees and fields — and the dark hills and desert around it. Locals point to this spot as the place to watch the sun set over the oasis.
English Mountain is commonly included in half-day oasis tours, together with the hot springs and the date fields.
At the foot of the hill are date palm groves and some of the oasis springs, and tours often proceed from there to a hot-water bath.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
Half an hour to an hour, including the climb and the view.
Best time
About an hour before dark, for the low light over the palms.
How to get there
By car or 4x4, a few kilometers from Bawiti on oasis tours.
Tip
Wear sturdy shoes for the short climb over loose stones.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about English Mountain (Gebel el-Ingleez)
What is the English Mountain of Bahariya?
A hill near Bawiti with the ruins of a British World War I observation post and views of the oasis.
When should you go to English Mountain?
Around sunset, when the low light falls on the palm groves.
Is the climb up English Mountain difficult?
No. It’s short, along a path of loose stones.