Gebel al-Mawta (Mountain of the Dead)
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A small conical limestone hill riddled with ancient tombs, some of which retain colorful murals. The summit overlooks the entire town.
Gebel al-Mawta, the “Mountain of the Dead”, lies about 1.5 km north of the town. It is a small limestone hill carved with numerous rock-cut tombs dating from the 26th Dynasty through the Ptolemaic and Roman periods. The most famous, the Tomb of Si-Amun, preserves brightly colored murals. It was discovered when residents took refuge in the tombs from air raids during World War II. Some tomb chambers are open to visitors for a fee, and attendants unlock them and give explanations. From the summit you can overlook the Shali old town and the oasis. Sunrise here is beautiful.
Opening hours
About 09:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Traditional Siwan House Museum
- Shali Fortress
- Temple of the Oracle of Amun
- Temple of Umm Ubayda
- Cleopatra's Spring
- Gebel Dakrour
- Fatnas Island
- Siwa Salt Pools