Category: Egypt
Top Christian monasteries in Egypt that tourists can visit
When it comes to religion in Egypt, the majority of us prefer to either think of the country’s prevalent religion—Islam—or, particularly in terms of tourism, of the country’s historic religion. Today, we’ll discuss about the Christian Monuments and Monasteries in Egypt. The majority of us find the beliefs of the god-king Pharaohs, the afterlife, and
Top 5 attractions in Alexandria, the pearl of the Mediterranean
Travel 180 kilometers north of Cairo to Alexandria in order to catch a glimpse of the Greco-Roman era. At that time in Egyptian history, this city served as the epicenter.
Hundreds of colourful sarcophagi discovered at Saqqara
Researchers recently discovered a treasure trove of items from Saqqara, including hundreds of antique sarcophagi in which the well-heeled dead of ancient Egypt were buried.
8 Egyptian pyramids you didn't know about
The Egyptian pyramids are masonry buildings that date back to ancient Egypt. At least 118 Egyptian pyramids have been identified.
Egypt's newly-discovered ancient tombs in Saqqara
For 5,000 years, Saqqara, the magnificent necropolis and pyramid field of Memphis, Egypt's ancient capital, has been an important historical site.
Treasures of Saqqara
Saqqara, located 40 kilometers southwest of Cairo, is one of the most important cemeteries of Memphis, which was one of the most important towns in ancient Egyptian history. The name of the location is most likely derived from Sokar, the god of this necropolis. Saqqara is a true open-air museum, displaying the entirety of ancient
Top 8 attractions in Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh is an Egyptian resort town located between the Sinai Peninsula’s desert and the Red Sea. It is the main tourism hub in Sinai and one of the world’s top diving destinations. However, if you just want to relax on the beach, this is also one of Egypt’s best destinations. Non-divers will find
Top 7 diving spots in Egypt
By Sherif Khalil on Jan 07, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Egypt, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel
Egypt has long been a favorite among scuba divers, thanks to its easy access to the Red Sea, which runs the whole of Egypt’s eastern coast. The Red Sea was first brought to the world’s attention by Hans and Lotte Haas’ award-winning black-and-white documentary Adventures in the Red Sea and then popularized by Jacques-Yves Cousteau’s 
Egypt celebrates the grand opening of Luxor's ancient "Avenue of Sphinxes"
By Sherif Khalil on Dec 08, 2021 in Africa, Attractions, Egypt, Events, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany
The Rams Road, also known as Sphinx Avenue, has had a long development journey that began 72 years ago with the discovery of the road by Egyptian archaeologists, and efforts have been intensified in the last three years to complete the development and restoration processes. There are numerous sights in the city, but the Avenue 
Egypt re-opens 4,500-year-old southern tomb of King Djoser to tourists
Djoser, also spelled Zoser, was the second king of Egypt’s third dynasty (c. 2650–c. 2575 BCE), and he managed the construction of Egypt’s first significant stone building. His reign, which lasted probably 19 years, was characterised by significant technological innovation in the use of stone architecture. Imhotep, his minister and a gifted architect and physician,
8 of the most beautiful attractions in Aswan
Aswan is considered one of the most beautiful cities in Egypt. It’s located in the south of the country, and it’s famous for its magical historical sites, and amazing Nile Valley view. Every year tourists around the world come to Aswan to enjoy its splendid views and attractions. Aswan is also known for its warm
King Khufu's 4,500-year-old solar boat transferred to Egypt's Grand New Museum
By Sherif Khalil on Sep 04, 2021 in Africa, Attractions, Egypt, Events, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany
The Grand Egyptian Museum is set to open in 2021 and, according to its website, it will be one of the world’s “biggest, most modern, and most famous museums.” It is also expected to attract roughly 15,000 visitors per day, which is three times the current number of visits to the Tahrir Square museum. The 
What to eat in Egypt?
By Sherif Khalil on Aug 09, 2021 in Africa, Bars, Clubs, Egypt, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany
When you’re traveling to Egypt, it’s common to be blown away by the beauty and wonders of this extraordinary country, and forgetting that the food culture is indeed unique and worth exploring. In terms of what to expect, traditional foods in Egypt include lamb, beef, and fish, and a variety of recipes contain rice and 
The excavation of historical antiquities submerged under Alexandria waters
Egypt is probably the most extravagant country when it comes to historical antiquities and valuable artifacts. Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has been focused on excavating and finding hidden gems in a few areas across the country, as well as returning pieces back to their country. Recently, Alexandria University launched a project called Underwater
