Egypt is working towards incorporating Lake Qarun in Fayoum into the tourism investment index through the execution of a strategy aimed at enhancing the lake and preserving its ecological equilibrium.
Dr. Yasmine Fouad, the Egyptian Minister of the Environment, emphasized the importance of completing projects to restore the environmental balance of Lake Qarun and improve its conditions.
She also highlighted the comprehensive plan to enhance Egyptian lakes, stating that restoring Lake Qarun to its former state will create more opportunities for tourism investment. The Minister also mentioned the collaboration between different parties and the efforts of Fayoum Governorate in developing the lake.
In turn, Tourism expert Mahmoud El-Mohammadi argued that Egypt's ownership of 14 lakes in different locations makes it suitable for developing lake tourism, which encompasses various styles such as recreational, relaxation, adventure, and sports tourism. He also characterized Lake Qarun as "one of the largest and oldest natural freshwater lakes in the world."
He elaborated: "In the past, its size was 10 times larger than it is now, as it used to cover the city of Fayoum, but it has since receded over time. It is connected to the Nile River through the Bahr Youssef, a waterway that has linked the Nile and the lake since the reign of King Amenemhat II in the 19th century BC. It serves to store excess flood water in Birkat Qarun."
Lake Qarun, one of the 14 lakes in Egypt, covers an area of approximately 600 square kilometers. Historical records suggest that its size was significantly larger in the past. The lake has an average depth of 7.5 meters, with the deepest points reaching 14 meters.
Despite its potential, Lake Qarun faces challenges such as sewage management. The government is actively addressing this issue by establishing sewage and lifting stations.
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