Dahabeya
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The Dahabeya is a sailing boat that is based out of Esna or Aswan for 3, 7, 9 or 12 nights cruises on the Nile river.
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History
Originally built to carry celebrities and royal families, the Dahabeya was a luxury pleasure boat for the Nile. The name means 'golden boat' alluding to the gold and dongola decoration. The name came to be applied to other boats with similar luxuries. The Dahabeya was later refitted as a cruise ship and now cruises the Nile River and Lake Nasser. Today many newer Dahabeyas have been built for luxury cruises.
Specifications
The Dahabeya Specifications are:
- Length: 34,5 m
- Draught: 0.6 m
- Main Mast: 12.5 m
- Sail: 360 sq. m
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