Gulf of 'Agig
Gulf of ‘Agig or Khalig ‘Agig, also spelled ʿAqīq or Akik, is a body of water on the coastline of Sudan on the Red Sea. It has been designated as a protected Ramsar site since 2009.
Gulf of 'Agig | |
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Khalig ‘Agig (Arabic) | |
Gulf of 'Agig Location in Sudan | |
Coordinates | 18°20′N 38°10′E |
Ocean/sea sources | Red Sea |
Basin countries | Sudan |
Max. length | 13 km (8.1 mi) |
Max. width | 20 km (12 mi) |
Islands | Numerous |
Ramsar Wetland | |
Official name | Suakin-Gulf of Agig |
Designated | 2 February 2009 |
Reference no. | 1860 |
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