Mark Ziese

October 5, 2025

St. Catherine’s Monastery: A Fortress of Faith at the Base of Mt. Sinai

Mark Ziese

October 5, 2025

Visit the world’s oldest continuously inhabited Christian monastery at the base of Mt. Sinai. Explore the history of Justinian I and the legend of St. Catherine.

Mark Ziese

April 4, 2025

Exploring Egypt, Food & Drink

Desert Dining in Sinai, Bedouin Style

Mark Ziese

April 4, 2025

Exploring Egypt, Food & Drink

Enjoy a bedouin feast prepared at the base of Jebel Musa in Sinai. A meal like this will carry you to the top of the mountain!

Mark Ziese

April 4, 2025

Exploring Egypt, History & Archaeology

Sinai Summit: Climbing Jebal Musa

Mark Ziese

April 4, 2025

Exploring Egypt, History & Archaeology

Experience the spiritual journey of climbing Mount Sinai (Jabal Musa). Discover the biblical history, the challenging steps, and a breathtaking sunset over the Sinai Peninsula in our latest video guide.

Mark Ziese

January 19, 2025

Exploring Egypt, History & Archaeology

Chasing the Light: An Evening Ascent of Jebel Musa

Mark Ziese

January 19, 2025

Exploring Egypt, History & Archaeology

Experience the majesty of climbing Jebel Musa (Mount Sinai) in the evening. Discover the beauty of the Sinai Peninsula at sunset.

Mark Ziese

March 26, 2023

Exploring Saudi Arabia

Where is the Real Mount Sinai? The Debate Between Egypt and Saudi Arabia

Mark Ziese

March 26, 2023

Exploring Saudi Arabia

Explore the fascinating debate over Mount Sinai's true location. I’m not convinced there is enough evidence for a “Saudi Sinai” to overtake the deep traditions in Egypt.