13 Hauntingly Beautiful Shipwrecks You Can Still Explore Safely

2. SS Thistlegorm, Red Sea, Egypt

A legendary WWII casualty, this British freighter lies upright in about 30 metres of clear Red Sea water. Sunk by German bombers in 1941, its cargo holds remain astonishingly preserved, revealing motorcycles, trucks, rifles, railway wagons, and boots. Exploring this underwater museum feels like swimming through a moment frozen in time. The sheer amount of historical artefacts, combined with the abundant marine life now calling it home, makes the Thistlegorm a truly haunting and unforgettable dive experience for advanced divers.