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Best Places to Visit in Egypt
08/07/2013
Egypt, the land of pyramids, sphinxes and about as much history as you can stomach. Existing within the continents of African and Asia, it is mostly known for its magnificent manmade structures from ancient civilizations and also the river Nile. Historians suspect civilization has existed in the region since the 10th milimenuim BC but history is not the only reason to travel there. Striking landscape views, sandy beaches, intriguing culture and traditions as well as delicious cuisine make Egypt the perfect holiday for solo, couple, group, and family travellers.
Any trip to Egypt should start in the capital Cairo. This bustling metropolis holds many ancient buildings including one of the oldest mosques, Ibn Tulun that dates from 876AD. The Egyptian museum lures visitors with tales of pharaohs and over 12,000 artefacts including objects from the tomb of Tutankhamen. Let us not forget about the pyramid of Giza, the main reason most people visit the country. As one of the remains of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the pyramid used to hold the record of the tallest man made structure in the world. Luxor is the next popular destination because of the magnificent Valley of the Kings that is home to tombs of royalty from the 16th to 11th century BC, including the famous tomb of Tutankhamen. From there, head to nearby Karnak, the product of skilled experts and knowledge of generations of Egyptian architects and builders. It is also the largest religious site in the world. 
From Luxor, depart on a cruise to retrace the history of Egypt through the long and winding river Nile. Your choice of transport can either be a luxury cruising boat or a traditional felucca. On the west bank of the Nile sits the majestic Temple of Edfu . Dedicated to the flacon god Horus and his wife Hathor of Dendera, in ancient times, it was the location of many festivals. As one of the best-preserved temples dating from 57BCE, the ancient scripts inscribed on the walls are the highlight. Natural elements and careless human acts destroyed much of the original Temple of Kom Ombo but it is still a glorious site to see. Originally built during the Ptolemaic dynasty, Roman rule ensured its majestic appearance was made even grander. The southern half of the temple was dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god while the northern part was dedicated to Horus. Due to the large size of the high dam of Aswan, it can be seen from outer space. Originally built to control flooding of the river Nile, it is over 100 years old and stands at a magnificent 3,830 meters high. Dahab on the Gulf of Aqaba is becoming a popular destination for scuba divers, although its counterpart of Sharm el Sheikh holds the throne. This area is one of the best in the world for scuba diving thanks to the colourful reef and diversity of coral formations and sea creatures.
Amazing Places to Visit in Egypt
Any trip to Egypt should start in the capital Cairo. This bustling metropolis holds many ancient buildings including one of the oldest mosques, Ibn Tulun that dates from 876AD. The Egyptian museum lures visitors with tales of pharaohs and over 12,000 artefacts including objects from the tomb of Tutankhamen. Let us not forget about the pyramid of Giza, the main reason most people visit the country. As one of the remains of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the pyramid used to hold the record of the tallest man made structure in the world. Luxor is the next popular destination because of the magnificent Valley of the Kings that is home to tombs of royalty from the 16th to 11th century BC, including the famous tomb of Tutankhamen. From there, head to nearby Karnak, the product of skilled experts and knowledge of generations of Egyptian architects and builders. It is also the largest religious site in the world. From Luxor, depart on a cruise to retrace the history of Egypt through the long and winding river Nile. Your choice of transport can either be a luxury cruising boat or a traditional felucca. On the west bank of the Nile sits the majestic Temple of Edfu . Dedicated to the flacon god Horus and his wife Hathor of Dendera, in ancient times, it was the location of many festivals. As one of the best-preserved temples dating from 57BCE, the ancient scripts inscribed on the walls are the highlight. Natural elements and careless human acts destroyed much of the original Temple of Kom Ombo but it is still a glorious site to see. Originally built during the Ptolemaic dynasty, Roman rule ensured its majestic appearance was made even grander. The southern half of the temple was dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god while the northern part was dedicated to Horus. Due to the large size of the high dam of Aswan, it can be seen from outer space. Originally built to control flooding of the river Nile, it is over 100 years old and stands at a magnificent 3,830 meters high. Dahab on the Gulf of Aqaba is becoming a popular destination for scuba divers, although its counterpart of Sharm el Sheikh holds the throne. This area is one of the best in the world for scuba diving thanks to the colourful reef and diversity of coral formations and sea creatures.
Suggested Tours
We have a variety of tours that travel to all or some of these places. The tours include an official guide so you can get to know Egypt further than what you see at face value. (Find out more) Alternatively, independent travellers can use our trip planner to organise their own itinerary.