Diver in the Blue Hole – IndependentBlue Hole - GuardianBlue Hole in the Red Sea ReutersBlue Hole in the Red Sea ReutersRed Sea Blue Hole Coral ReefCAIRO - 26 October 2017: The Egyptian government has allotted around LE 7 million ($396,600) for the Blue Hole to be renovated as part of a plan to put this district on the tourist map, according to the general manager of South Sinai National Parks.Blue Hole is one of the best diving spots in southeast Sinai. It conjoins a large number of wonderful coral reefs and rare kinds of colorful fish that attract many professional divers to witness the challenge beneath this crystal water, according to a press statement from the general manager of South Sinai National Parks.There is a 56-meter arch that leads to open water. It seems shallow, but in reality its depth stretches over 10 kilometers under the sea. There is also a 200-kilometer extension with a shallow opening to the sea, around 6 meters deep with another hole that opens to the heart of the sea.It is classified as one of the most deadly diving sites in the world, as it is reported that around 40 divers have died since 1980, according to Egyptian authorities, due to its depth and dangerous tunnel.The Blue Hole in its original state is a cave under the Red Sea formulated throughout the years as a result shooting stars crashing on the planet. It was avoided by Bedouin tribes living in this area, but discovered by Israeli divers in 1968.Although it is dangerous, Blue Hole is one of the renowned diving places.

Source: Egypt Today October 25, 2017 21:56 UTC