Egypt and neighboring countries
Red Sea
Between northeast Africa and the Arabian Peninsula, the Red Sea is famous for its clear water and remarkable coral reefs. Its warm, salty water is home to many kinds of fish and other sea life.
Why is it famous?
The Red Sea is known for colorful coral reefs and clear blue water.
It lies between Africa and Asia, linking the Indian Ocean with the Mediterranean Sea by way of the Suez Canal.
How did it form?
The Red Sea sits in a long valley where the African and Arabian land plates are slowly moving apart.
Over a very long time, seawater flowed in and filled the space.
Amazing facts
The Red Sea is one of the saltiest seas in the world.
It is home to hundreds of kinds of coral and many colorful fish.
Quick facts
- The Red Sea is one of the saltiest seas in the world.
- It is home to hundreds of kinds of coral and many colorful fish.
- Its name may come from seasonal blooms of tiny red-colored sea plants.
- The Suez Canal connects the Red Sea to the Mediterranean Sea.