Literally translating to “the head of the land,” the peninsula is situated on the Mediterranean Sea at the mouth of the Damietta Nile branch. The resort city is most famously known for being the place where the Mediterranean meets the Nile, giving it a spectacular allure and great weather during the summer months. It's also known for its Mediterranean style houses that line up its pearl blue beaches.

At the northernmost end of the Ras El-Bar peninsula, the area of Lessan is formed by a concrete barrier erected on the northern coast of the Mediterranean. The place is called El Lesan, “the tongue” in Arabic. It's the exact spot in the resort town of Ras-El Bar where the Damietta Nile branch meets the Mediterranean. It is one of the best places in Egypt for long strolls, watching the sunset and a great spot for fishing.

The most beautiful and magnificent mosque in Damietta, it sits on the east bank of the Nile overlooking the city. Built in an Andalusian style on an area of 1200 square meters, the mosque is an important symbol of the city’s Muslim heritage. The mosque’s walls are decorated with the finest lines of Islamic inscription, and two mighty minarets that can be seen from anywhere in the city. It is also topped with five domes that are meticulously designed.