If you want to see how Egyptians actually live, you come to Dahar. No polished marble lobbies here. Just dust, noise, donkeys, tuk-tuks, and the most incredible fresh fruit you've ever tasted.
A sensory explosion. Farmers from the Nile Valley bring their produce here every morning. It is loud, colorful, and incredibly cheap.
Salem's Tip: Go early (around 9 AM) for the freshest stuff, or late at night (9 PM) for the wildest atmosphere.
A masterpiece of modern Coptic architecture. The intricate stained glass and the sheer size of it dominate the skyline. It’s a peaceful refuge from the chaos outside.
Note: Dress modestly when entering.
Sit on a plastic chair, order a "Qahwa Turky" (Turkish Coffee) for 10 EGP, and play dominoes with the locals. This is the real social life of Hurghada.