The Gulf of Aqaba is a branch of which sea?

The Gulf of Aqaba or Gulf of Eilat is a large gulf at the northern tip of the Red Sea, east of the Sinai Peninsula and west of the Arabian mainland. Its coastline is divided between four countries: Egypt, Israel, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia.

Such important cities as Taba in Egypt, Eilat in Israel, and Aqaba in Jordan are located at the northern end of the gulf. They are strategically important commercial ports and popular resorts for tourists seeking to enjoy the warm climate. Further south, Haql is the largest Saudi Arabian city on the gulf. On Sinai, Sharm el-Sheikh and Dahab are the major centers.

The largest population center is Aqaba, with a population of 108,000 (2009), followed by Eilat with a population of 48,000 (2009).

The gulf is one of the most popular diving destinations in the world. About 250,000 dives are performed annually in Eilat's 11 km (6.8 m) coastline, and diving represents 10% of the tourism income of this area.