Nicknamed "Fantasy Island" for its idyllic setting, the pool is about 6km from Siwa Town, and surrounded by palm trees and lush greenery.

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The journey to the town is very difficult -- crisscrossed by rivers and lush patches of trees.

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The centerpiece of the property is an enormous pool lined with blue iridescent glass-mosaic tiles, with lush sea-grape trees at each corner.

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