Bi’r Abū Rīḑah

Part of this trip is traversing the Suez Canal. I marvel that I'm not sure whether my father and my grandparents passed this way when journeying to New Zealand in 1953 and 1921 respectively...note to self, look this up!

We entered the canal at night so saw nothing until the next day. And a very interesting vista it is. Sand sand sand as far as the eye can see, and plenty of evidence of humanity settling and living near the water. The canal enters what is still called a lake, now salt water of course. The surrounding city looks luxurious and idyllic in the warm sun.

We pass numerous connections between the two banks, as both sides are in Egypt. An exceptionally high bridge starts some Kim away in the desert. Another floating bridge swings aside for ships like ours. There are several ferry services operating. At times we encounter local fishermen who wave as we pass.

A fascinating excursion...more pics next footprint.Read more