The Red Sea lies peacefully between the two continents Asia and Africa. It is also known as Erythraean Sea as well as Arabian Gulf. The Red Sea has always been an important sea-way for trade in ancient times, still is which earns it historical importance all around the world. When Napoleon had to take over Egypt, he started his invasion through the Red Sea as well. With time, however, Red Sea has become one of the many favorite spots for tourism giving a spectacular view of a wide blue sea. Many different towns and cities have also been established on the coast of Red Sea.