Where does the name Suez come from?

The reason for naming the Suez Canal is in relation to the isthmus of Suez that the canal traverses, which begins in the Port Said area, in a coastal spot at the site chosen as the entrance to the canal on the Mediterranean.

Where is the Suez Canal located?

The Suez Canal stretches 120 miles from Port Said on the Mediterranean Sea in Egypt southward to the city of Suez. The canal separates the bulk of Egypt from the Sinai Peninsula.

What is Suez famous for?

Famous for its harbors, fishing, shipping, and marine services,as it has the best types of fishes ever. Suez is an important economic city that includes many factories, oil fields and chemical industries. It also includes some luxury and high-end resorts in Al-Ain Al-Sokhna, near Cairo.