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Egypt
has always been a hub for tourists interested in history and heritage
of ancient Egypt monuments across the country. With great pyramids and
other antiquities belonging to different eras and civilizations, Egypt
is a country steeped in rich heritage. Apart from its numerous monuments
and museums, Egypt is also a place of natural beauty and hiking in the
desert and there are opportunities galore for scuba diving, golf, fishing
and bird shipments. Discover the magic land of Egypt, with visits holiday
in Egypt.
LOCATION Bordered by the Mediterranean Sea to the north and the Red Sea in the east, Egypt is a country situated in the north-east Africa. Neighboring countries including Libya and Sudan. CLIMATE Largely desert, Egypt experiences extremely dry and hot summers. The moderate winter in the month of November, December and January are the best months to travel to Egypt. There is virtually no rain in the Nile Valley. MUST VISIT The Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx One of the greatest architectural feats by man and the last surviving member of the seven wonders of the world, the pyramids of Giza are the tombs of different kings of Egypt. In front of the pyramids is the Sphinx. Carved from a single block of stone, this huge cat-like sculpture has mesmerized millions of visitors. Egyptian Museum in Cairo The museum is a reminder of ancient Egypt’s glorious reign With more than 120000 objects; you can take advantage of mummies, sarcophagi, pottery, jewelry and King Tutankhamun’s articles among other antique treasures. Siwa Oasis The oasis of Siwa is known for its geographical beauty, hot springs and the fact that Alexander the Great visited here to visit the Oracle of Amon Valley of the Kings A burial site, the Valley of the Kings (Biban El Moluk) located on the former site of Thebes served as pharaohs 'graves. It is home to Tutankhamun‘s. Temples of Karnak Karnak was the largest place of worship in ancient Egypt and has a spectacular complex of sanctuaries, kiosks, towers and obelisks, all dedicated to the gods of Thebes Abu Simbel They are two temples built in honor of the pharaoh Ramses II. Carved in sandstone cliffs above the river Nile in 1257 BC, they are actually devoted to the sun god Re-Herakhte. Diving in Hurghada Located on the Red Sea, Hurghada has some of the most fantastic beaches and spectacular coral reefs which are ideal for diving. Diving at this very exotic place is the east's most popular attraction. Felucca Rides Feluccas are sailboats that were used on the Nile since the dawn of time. A journey through these crucial sailing the Nile waters is an incredible experience. |
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