In 1858, French diplomat Ferdinand de Lesseps formed the Compagnie de Suez for the express purpose of building the canal. Construction of the canal lasted from 1859 to 1869. The canal …

6 days ago · The Suez Canal connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea, making it the shortest maritime route to Asia from Europe. Since its completion in 1869, it has become one …

1. Suez Canal: idea and early beginnings It is a well-established historical fact that the first one to come up with the idea of connecting the Red Sea and the Mediterranean, via the Nile and its …

Feb 16, 2018 · The canal separates the bulk of Egypt from the Sinai Peninsula. It took 10 years to build, and was officially opened on November 17, 1869.

Dec 18, 2020 · Here is everything that you need to know about the Suez Canal, one of the world's busiest and most famous waterways

The construction of the Suez Canal greatly changed sea travel by establishing a direct passage between the Mediterranean and the Red Sea. It allowed ships to avoid the long and …

Jun 10, 2025 · This article covers the expansive, fascinating history of the Suez Canal, from the ancient aspirations of early Egyptian rulers, through the modern era of engineering triumphs …

Nov 17, 2024 · After ten years of digging, the massive Suez Canal finally opened for transit. A procession of ships began the journey, led by a boat whose passengers included the empress …

Jul 7, 2024 · The history of the Suez Canal dates back around 40 centuries as the idea of linking the Red Sea with the Mediterranean Sea emerged during the period of the Pharaohs of …

Dec 21, 2025 · Suez Canal - Construction, Expansion, Trade: The first canal in the region is thought to have been dug about 1850 bce, when an irrigation channel navigable at flood …