Egypt
has always been a hub for tourists
interested in history and precious
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 nature and hiking 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. Neighbouring
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 among other treasures antiques
interesting.
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 Tutankhamun 's
also falls
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 honour
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.
IT SHOULD
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 the
very exotic fish floating in 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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