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Coptic Cairo Tour

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 After the decline of the ancient pharaonic cult and before the introduction of the Muslim religion, Egypt was a predominantly Christian country. The capital in this period was Alexandria, Cairo had yet to be born. In the area of ​​present-day Cairo, in the 6th century AD the urban settlement consisted only of a Roman fortress located on the Nile, guarding a crossroads along the road between the ancient Egyptian cities of Heliopolis and Memphis. Coptic Cairo Tour When the Arab general Amr Ibn al-Aas encamped near the fortress, the foundations were laid for the future foundation of Cairo. Known today as Ancient Cairo (Misr al-Qadima), this old area of ​​the city holds a bulwark of Egyptian Christianity, namely Coptic Cairo, with its historic churches. The area of ​​ancient Cairo also includes the southern end of the island of Roda, where the Nilometer is located, used since the time of the pharaohs to measure the level of the river and predict the flooding of its banks. To visit ancie

Luxor a Great Tourist Destination

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 Luxor is an important Egyptian tourist destination full of amazing world heritage sites. The Nile River flows through it, the wonderful source of life, and is surrounded by the magical fragrance of Egyptian history. In the past, Luxor was known as Thebes, the capital of ancient Egypt, and was dubbed "the greatest open museum in the world." On its land, you find the two magnificent temples Karnak and Luxor. On the opposite banks of the Nile is the famous West Bank cemetery, which includes the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens. Thousands of tourists from all over the world come to the city annually to visit these monuments. The best time to visit Luxor is between the months of October and April, when the weather is perfect for exploring and doing outdoor activities. Luxor from Cairo tour click here >>> There are many sights to see and activities that you can enjoy while on vacation in Luxor . Sail by boat in the great waters of the Nile, where you will

What Egypt Offers for Tourists

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Nothing beats the glamorous aura that surrounds the enchanting world of ancient Egypt , so the lessons of history taught us. Egypt, the land of the pharaohs, pyramids and sand-covered tombs, has charmed everyone who has traveled to it. This country extends between continents over large areas across North Africa and Southwest Asia, where Egypt is one of the most prosperous countries in the Middle East, in addition to being the third-largest African country. Egypt's modern achievements still seem insignificant in the face of the proverbial glory of its past, and it has a rich and interesting history. The history of the first monuments of Egyptian culture goes back to ancient times, with humans beginning to hunt birds and fish in search of food, and violent climate changes may have been the reason behind the population’s movement to the banks of the Nile, where they laid the first pillars of a new civilization. The desert occupies large areas of Egyptian territory, while the majority

Cairo, the Jewel of the East

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 Not in the Amazon, the longest river in the world, nor in the Styx River, where Achilles was baptized. But as the legends of the Greeks say, in the Nile River alone the basket of the Prophet Moses swam to salvation, and on the eastern bank of the Nile also extends the largest Arab capital, it is the city of Cairo or Paris of The Nile, as Khedive Ismail wanted it during his rule. Cairo ... speaks to its visitors in the tongue of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure in Giza, and King Safro restored in Dahshur, the pharaoh who was unable to make a life after death, but gave birth to Khufu to build the largest pyramids of Giza, immortalizing his pyramid's name on the page of the Seven Greatest Wonders of the Ancient World The journey begins as soon as you enter the city of Cairo, you look at the center of the city and you see a lotus flower, 187 meters high, and a place not far from the center of Cairo, you will see a tall minaret with a spiral staircase, and surely if you look west, your pas

Interesting Cairo Attractions

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  The first thing that is associated with Cairo is the pyramids, the City of the Dead, the Sphinx, and the village of the Pharaohs. These are all places whose visit is implied when visiting the capital of Egypt. There are many other interesting sights here. One of these places is the Cairo Opera House, not only entertaining theatrical and musical performances, but it is also attractive from an architectural point of view. Construction of the facility was timed to the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869, the architects were the Italians Avoscani and Rossi, but the building burned down in a fire in 1971, after which it was decided to restore it. That was successfully done, and now the locals and guests of Cairo can see this amazing building. The Egyptian Museum in Cairo (Egyptian Antiquities Museum) can be boldly called the most interesting museum. The building where the museum is located is also of great cultural value and is considered a true example of neoclassicism. The museum coll

Why Egypt is a Unique Tourist Destination?

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Egypt is a unique tourist destination in the world. This African country has the advantage will make you breathe the double sea breath of the Mediterranean and the Red Sea. Holidaymakers come to Egypt every year by flight especially to discover the world-famous Egyptian pyramids, displayed over an area stretching from Dahshur to Gizèh.  Furthermore, Egypt enjoys a very ancient and biblical civilization. 3000 years before Jesus Christ, King Menes built the city of Memphis the emblem of his empire. The Nile, this great Egyptian river preserves on its right bank also called the valley of the kings, the tombs of many pharaohs.  Travel to Egypt by cheap airline tickets to see the sacred mountain where God gave His followers the Ten Commandments. Join the trek to Mount Sinai at an altitude of over 2,280 meters to reach the Monastery of Saint Catherine. It stands in the middle of the desert favorable to hiking trips.  Spend moments of strong emotions at the museum of mummies, relics, and sar

Tourism Sightseeing and all Things to Do In Egypt

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  There is a lot  to do in Egypt  and the tourist destinations are quite developed. It is perfectly possible to reach each city and explore everything on your own, just by asking for information in the hotels. But smart planning will optimize your days so you can make the best outings.  Egypt is a large country that has the most varied attractions spread across its vast territory. Although their image is very concentrated on the imposing figure of the pyramids, this millenarian people keep a history full of symbolism and beauty. Also, check out the best  tours in Egypt  . It can be said that the Egyptian people have not stopped in time and are continuing their path of great projects and constant search for knowledge. Thus, ancient and modern buildings make up an unusual range of options for visitors to visit from Egypt, a country of countless discoveries and great attractions and places of interest. In this list, of the places that are considered unmissable among the sights of Eg