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SS Dunraven was a British merchant steamship that sank in 1876 after striking the Sha'ab Mahmoud reef system in the northern Red Sea, near the southern approaches to the Gulf of Suez. The vessel was carrying cargo when it grounded, caught fire, and ultimately settled overturned on the seabed. Its coral-covered remains, including sections of the hull, machinery, and propeller, are now visited by recreational wreck divers operating from Egypt's Sinai coast.
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Where is the SS Dunraven shipwreck located?
The wreck of the SS Dunraven is located in the northern Red Sea, near the Sha'ab Mahmoud reef system at the southern approaches to the Gulf of Suez. It sits upside down on the seafloor at a depth of roughly 15 to 30 meters.
When did the SS Dunraven sink?
The British merchant steamship sank in 1876 after striking the reef during a voyage from India. The crew survived, but the ship caught fire and ultimately settled overturned on the ocean floor.
Can scuba divers penetrate the SS Dunraven wreck?
Yes, the SS Dunraven is a highly popular scuba diving site due to its massive size and accessible interior. Experienced divers can swim through the inverted hull to view the massive steam boilers and scattered cargo remains.
What was the SS Dunraven carrying when it sank?
The vessel was transporting a mixed cargo of textiles, spices, and timber from Bombay to Liverpool when it ran aground. Divers today can still see remnants of the ship's heavy machinery and cargo scattered across the reef.
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