Dumyat Travel Guide

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Located in the northern part of Egypt, Dumyat, also known as Damietta, is a vibrant city with a rich history and a unique blend of cultures. Situated at the mouth of the Nile River where it meets the Mediterranean Sea, Dumyat is a bustling port city that offers visitors a glimpse into Egypt's maritime heritage.

One of the city's main attractions is the Nile River itself, where visitors can take a leisurely boat ride and witness the unique natural beauty of the river as it flows into the sea. The city's waterfront promenade is also a popular spot for locals and tourists to enjoy a stroll and take in the picturesque views of the river and the sea.

History enthusiasts will appreciate Dumyat's historical landmarks, such as the Al-Adiliyah Mosque and the Ras El Bar lighthouse. The Al-Adiliyah Mosque is known for its stunning Islamic architecture and intricate designs, while the Ras El Bar lighthouse provides panoramic views of the city and the surrounding coastline.

For those interested in experiencing the local culture, Dumyat's bustling markets offer a wide array of traditional handicrafts, textiles, and local cuisine. The city's vibrant street life and lively atmosphere make it a perfect place to immerse oneself in the everyday life of the locals.

Food lovers will also find plenty to savor in Dumyat, with its wide range of seafood restaurants and street food stalls offering delicious and authentic Egyptian cuisine. From freshly caught fish to traditional Egyptian dishes, visitors can indulge in the city's culinary delights.

Local name: دمياط Elevation: 49 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 31°25'23"N, 31°48'33"E

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Dumyat Top Attractions

Dumyat Attractions - What to See and Explore

Dumyat offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Shata, Damietta Port, Caphutkia. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

Area
Shata
Shata or Sheikh Shata is an old city in Damietta Governorate, Egypt. It lies North East of the Nile Delta on Lake Manzala. City was famous in Middle Ages for its production of textiles known as "Shatawi" and for producing cover for Kabaa.
Harbor
Damietta Port
Egypt's Damietta Port is located 10 km west of the Nile river of Damietta branch westward Ras El-Bar, 70 km to the west of Port Said and 200 km from Alexandria Port. The port installations extend on an area of 11.8 km².
31°25'0"N • 31°49'0"E
Caphutkia
Caphutkia in Aramaic קפוטקיא, קפוטקאי, קפודקאי, was the name used in some mediaeval Jewish and Syriac writings for the town in the vicinity of the former Ptolemaic city of Pelusium and its later Arab counterpart Damietta.

Day trips

Dumyat – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Dumyat, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Port Said Lighthouse (Port Said), Thmuis, Talkha (Mansoura).

32 milesE
Lighthouse
Port Said Lighthouse, Port Said
The Port Said Lighthouse is one of the most important architectural and tourist landmarks in the city of Port Said in Egypt.
43 milesSW
City
Thmuis
Thmuis was a city in Lower Egypt, located on the canal east of the Nile, between its Tanitic and Mendesian branches. Its ruins are near the modern city of Timayy al-Imdid.
36 milesSW
Area
Talkha, Mansoura
Talkha is a city in Dakahlia Governorate, Egypt. The city is located on the west bank of the Damietta, a distributary of the Nile in the Delta region. Is about 120 km northeast of Cairo. Talkha is situated opposite the city of Mansoura on the Damietta. Together, the two cities form an agglomeration.
31 milesE
Museum, Modern art museum, Art museum
Museum of Modern Art in Egypt, Port Said
Museum of Modern Art—Port Said is a modern and contemporary art museum, located in Shohada Square, in Port Said, Egypt.
31 milesE
Memorial
Port Said Martyrs Memorial, Port Said
Port Said Martyrs Memorial is a monument in Al-Sharq District, Port Said. It was constructed in the form of Pharaonic obelisk covered with grey granite imitating the Egyptian ancestors – the pharaohs – who left obelisks in the sites of their victories over the enemies.