EILAT is a desert resort on the shores of the Red Sea , Israel's southernmost town. The astonishing fish and corals of the temperate gulf waters are unique in their color and variety. Twice yearly, millions of birds fly over Eilat on migration between Europe and Africa, above the stunning red mountains and azure waters of the Red Sea Gulf. The county's southernmost city, is a tourist resort and port located at the northern tip of the Red Sea, on the Gulf of Aqaba arm of the Indian Ocean. Home to 50,000 people, the city is part of the Southern Negev Desert, at the south end of the Arava, and straddles the southern end of the geographic line demarcating Africa from Asia. The city is adjacent to the Egyptian village of Taba, to the south, and the Jordanian port city of Aqaba, to the east. Eilat's semi-arid desert climate is moderated by proximity to a tropical sea. Summer air temperatures often exceed 40 C and 22 C in winter, while water temperatures range between 22-28 C. The city's beaches, nightlife and desert landscapes make it a popular destination for domestic and international tourism.