The Sphinx of Giza is a symbol that has represented the essence of Egypt for thousands of years. Even with all of the pictures that we see of the Sphinx, nothing can really prepare you for the time that you finally see the Sphinx with your own eyes.
Skagit County comprises the Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA Metropolitan Statistical Area, and is included in the Seattle-Tacoma, WA Combined Statistical Area. It is located in the Puget Sound region.
Reach the Islands by Ferry. Two and a half hours north of Seattle, Anacortes has nestled itself into Fidalgo Island. The city is bordered by waterways and bays such as Rosario Strait and Fidalgo Bay. Itâs the launching point for the Washington State Ferryâs Anacortes/San Juan Islands route. Daily departure times change seasonally.