Healing in the Egyptian Desert
A trip to Adrère Amellal in the remote Western Desert can be an odyssey of self-realisation.
Travel editor Delilah Khomo visits the Siwa Oasis, a ancient healing hotspot, to experience the simplicity and soul-baring beauty of the desert.
- Adrère Amellal eco-lodge is constructed from natural materials: sun-dried rock salt, clay, and straw.
- Siwa Oasis is located deep in the Western Desert, 50 kilometres from the Libyan border.
- The oasis is known for its "sand therapy", believed to have curative powers over musculoskeletal and skin conditions.
The void of the desert allows you to really hear yourself.
Egypt's deserts and oases attract those seeking something more, and Siwa is a place of epic beauty and wisdom.
Author's summary: Discover the healing power of Egypt's Western Desert.