Shopping In Egypt
Shopping In Egypt Shopping in Egypt is like being in a dream, where all the beautiful natural and man-made artifacts are within your reach at very affordable prices. Egypt is filled with a great number of markets and shops where all the magical goods of Egypt are stored and sold on a great display. One […]
Things to Do in Cairo
Things to Do in Cairo The majestic city of Cairo has acted as a hub for the most diverse collection of monuments in the world in the course of 4000 years, transforming into a heritage site that provides every traveler with a magical experience like traveling to the past. Cairo has always been one of […]
What to Pack for Egypt
What to Pack for Egypt what to pack for Egypt In order to have a perfect vacation in Egypt, you must pack everything you could ever need so you can fully enjoy the beauty of this holy country. Traveling to Egypt has always been on everyone’s bucket list, you can’t call yourself a true traveler […]
what you want to Know About Dahabiya Nile Cruise
what you want to Know About Dahabiya Nile Cruise what you want to Know About Dahabiya Nile Cruise The Dahabiya Nile Cruise is the most classical and romantic vessel of a cruise between Esna, Luxor, and Aswan. The origin of word Dahabiya comes from the Arabic word Dahab which means gold to symbolize luxury and […]
Naama Bay
Naama Bay Naama Bay is one of the extraordinary places to visit in the holy place of Sinia where you can explore all the incredible tropical destinations around the Red Sea where you can experience a taste of genuine beauty and live the most relaxing vacation you can imagine through a number of amazing hotels, […]
Outdoor Activities to Do from El Gouna
Outdoor Activities to Do from El Gouna Outdoor Activities to Do from El Gouna When destiny smiles at you, you smile back by answering the call from the heavenly tropical gates of El Gouna where lies a portal to a new dimension filled with some of the finest reflections of allure, glory, and grace through […]
Things to Do in Port Ghalib
Things to Do in Port Ghalib Things to Do in Port Ghalib Across the waters of the Red Sea, there are things to do in Port Ghalib designed to give a heavenly sensation filled with joy and precious memories. The city resort lies across the eastern coastal lies between the Red Sea shores and the […]
Alexandria Library
Alexandria Library Alexandria Library is regarded as one of the largest and most famous libraries in the world and the modern library of Alexandria acts as a commemoration of the ancient Alexandria library and of the ancient days of glory. It is an ancient reminder of a time of wonders and miracles where knowledge was […]
Pompey Pillar
Pompey Pillar Pompey’s Pillar On a rocky hilltop in the middle of Alexandria lies the biggest memorial column in Egypt, “Pompey’s Pillar”. It is famous for being the only known free-standing column in Roman Egypt and one of the largest monolith columns ever erected. The pillar is 28m tall and 2.7 m wide of pure […]
Luxor Museum
Luxor Museum The gorgeous Luxor Museum is located on the East Bank of the Nile River in Luxor, so it’s a good chance to visit onboard a luxury Nile cruise. To be more specific, it is exactly between Karnak Temple in the north and Luxor Temple in the South. It is an archeological site that […]
Valley of the Nobles
Valley of the Nobles Valley of the Nobles (The Tombs of the Nobles) The Theban Necropolis, or The Worker’s Village, is a collection of hundreds of rock-cut tombs of nobles in ancient Egypt, discovered along the west bank of the Nile in the city of Luxor on an area called Sheik Abd El-Quran. It is […]
Valley of the Queens
Valley of the Queens Valley of the Queens is the final resting place of some of the most beautiful and powerful queens, princesses, nobles, and other members of the royal family. It is located on the West Bank of Luxor’s Theban Necropolis, in close proximity to Valley of the Kings that you can visit during your […]
Gates of Cairo
Gates of Cairo Gates of Cairo The city of Cairo is called “The City of a Thousand Minarets” for containing a massive preponderance of Islamic architecture and being revered as the center of the region’s political and cultural life. The history of the capital of Egypt goes back to the year 969 AD, when the […]
St George Church
St George Church St George Church, There are many churches located in the heart of old Coptic Cairo, but it might be the one that holds its soul. The original church was constructed in the 10th century by Athanasius “The 20th Orthodox bishop of Alexandria” on the northern tower of the fortress of Babylon but […]
Ibn Tulun Mosque
Ibn Tulun Mosque Ibn Tulun Mosque The golden city of Cairo is filled with incredible, marvelous examples of Islamic heritage and culture, but nothing like the immortal Ibn Tulane mosque, the father of inspiration and innovation as shown across history. The mosque changed the face of architecture across the entire Islamic world but was also […]
EL Muizz Street
EL Muizz Street El Muizz Street isn’t your typical street, as it has the greatest concentration of medieval architectural treasures in the Islamic world. This street redefines words like majesty and beauty and is considered one of Egypt’s finest open-air museums. Muizz Street was constructed by the fourth caliph Al-Muizz of the. Fatimid dynasty took […]
Secret Facts About the Pyramids
Secret Facts About the Pyramids Secret Facts About the Pyramids A great deal of mystery surrounds Egypt which has manifested many secret facts about the Pyramids since the day of their rediscovery several centuries ago. Many explanations arose to explain the level of sophistication the pyramids were able to reach, some made sense, while others […]
How The Pyramids Were Built
How The Pyramids Were Built One of history’s most ancient puzzles is the construction of the pyramids, over and over again throughout the course of history, many nations, scholars, and scientists asked the question “How The Pyramids was Built“. 4,500 years ago Giza Pyramids were constructed to immortalize the legacy of the ancient Egyptian civilization […]
Eye of Horus
Eye of Horus The eye of Horus is one of the most famous symbols of ancient Egyptian civilization It has been recognized as a symbol of royal power, protection, good health, rejuvenation, and victory. It is also known as Wadjet, or Udjat, which wasn’t meant to be confused with the Eye of Ra which represented […]
Egyptian Mythology Osiris Story
Egyptian Mythology Osiris Story Egyptian Mythology Osiris Story He was the ruler of Egypt, he decided where the trees would best grow and where the water would best flow and created the rich lands of the Nile to provide for the needs of the people. He honored his siblings and father by keeping all things […]
Queen Nefertari
Who is Queen Nefertari? Queen Nefertari is one of Egypt’s greatest queens, she was a member of the 19th dynasty in the New Kingdom (1550–1070 BC) and the beloved main wife of the great Pharaoh Ramses II, A.K.A. Ramses the Great (1303–1213 BC). She was the favorite Queen of the King and his first wife, […]
Muhammad Ali Pasha
Muhammad Ali Pasha Origin Muhammad Ali Pasha, “4 March 1769 – 2 August 1849,” started as an Ottoman Albanian commander in the Ottoman army and rose to the position of ruler of Egypt. He is regarded as the father and founder of modern Egypt due to the extensive reforms to the economic, military, and cultural […]
King Menes
Who is King Menes? “King Menes” is the founder of the 1st dynasty in the history of ancient Egypt and the last king of the predynastic period (6000–3150 BCE). In 3150 B.C., he was able to unify both upper and lower Egypt as shown on the legendary Narmer Palette. His name means “The One Who […]
History of Egypt Nile River Cruise
History of Egypt Nile River Cruise The History of Egypt Nile River Cruise and the influence of the Nile River cruise go back centuries ago and even to ancient Egyptian times. The Nile River is the essence of life to the Egyptians, the source of infinite interest and delight, and that what gave Egypt the […]
Pharaoh Curse
Pharaoh Curse pharaoh’s curse is believed to be a punishment from the ancient Egyptian gods for those who annoy the eternal Rest of the pharaoh. The curse will cause illness, bad luck, and even death to anyone who disturbs the eternal sleep of the mummy-like Thieves, Tomb Raiders, and Archaeologists. The curse became very popular […]
Unification Battle of Egypt
Unification Battle of Egypt Unification Battle of Egypt The unification battle marked the beginning of the early dynastic period, which led to the creation of the first royal dynasty in (c. 3100 BCE) by Egypt’s first pharaoh, “King Narmer,” a.k.a. Menes,” which means “He Who Endures.”. He is credited with uniting Egypt into one peaceful […]
New Kingdom of Ancient Egypt
New Kingdom Egypt Pharaohs The New Kingdom of Ancient Egypt The New Kingdom of Egypt or Egyptian Empire (1570–1070 B.C), is without a doubt the most popular time period in the history of ancient Egypt that spans from the 16th century to the 11th century B.C. Most of the ruler’s entire history and tombs have […]
Queen Hatshepsut Temple
The Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut (1479–1458 BCE) Queen Hatshepsut Temple Luxor is blessed with a number of heavenly pieces of art that showcase the extraordinary elements on which this great civilization was built and all the reasons why Hatshepsut the greatest pharaoh in the history of ancient Egypt. The temple of Hatshepsut is the finest […]
supreme 30 Ancient Egyptian Gods and Goddesses
supreme 30 Ancient Egyptian Gods and Goddesses “If History Were Taught in the Form of Stories, It Would Never Be Forgotten,” and that’s how Egypt achieved immortality. The Ancient Egyptians believed in cause and effect, for every action, there is a reaction, as stated by Newton’s third law. The Egyptians believed that the primary action […]
Nubian Museum
Nubian Museum Nubian Museum Opened in 1997, the Nubian Museum is a belated but well-executed, tribute to the culture and influence of Nubia and the Nubian people on the history of Egypt. This ancient culture, every bit as old as that of Ancient Egypt, existed along the banks of the Nile for millennia in the […]
Mosque of Muhammad Ali
Mosque of Muhammad Ali Mosque of Muhammad Ali Who built it? It was designed by the architect Yousif Boushnaq, a Turkish man who came especially from Istanbul and built this great mosque for Mohamed Ali, the ruler of Egypt (1805–1849), who ruled for over 45 years. During his reign, considerable changes in various aspects of […]
Elephantine Island
Elephantine Island Elephantine Island gets its name from its shape, which resembles standing elephants in the water, or, as others would say, an elephant tusk; Elephantine Island offers a variety of attractions for anyone visiting the beautiful city of Aswan. Where is Elephantine Island Located? Measuring a total of 1200 meters from north to south […]
Aswan Botanical Garden
Aswan Botanical Garden Covering 6.8 hectares, it’s home to thousands of birds and many exotic plants imported from many parts of the world, like Far East India and Africa. The Aswan Botanical Garden offers a beautiful and unique escape from the city. A true jam of Egyptian treasures, strolling through the garden will take you […]
Deir Al Medinah
Deir Al Medinah Almost all of what we see today in ancient Egypt is exclusively dedicated to the pharaonic royalty. The monumental building projects that the kings of Egypt commissions have stood the test of time much better than artifacts from everyday Egyptian life due to their massive size and the fact that they are […]
Temple of Esna
Temple of Esna The city of Esna is home to a few of the most famous ancient Egyptian temples. Esna was one of the most prestigious cities in ancient Egyptian civilization. During the Roman and Ptolemaic periods, their influence was strongly noted in the temples around this area, including the Temple of Esna, also known […]
Djoser Step Pyramid
Djoser Step Pyramid Djoser’s Step Pyramid at Saqqara is one of the most important archeological sites in all of Egypt. While it may not be as impressive or as famous as the Giza Pyramids, this structure predates them, and it is vital to archeologists’ understanding of the development of pyramid construction. The Step Pyramid was […]
Solar Boat Museum
Solar Boat Museum Location: It is situated to the south of the Great Pyramid. Who built it? It was established by Kamal El – Mallakh who was born in Assuit, Egypt, on October 26, 1918. He was a dedicated scholar of Egyptology and culture who died in October 1987. Why did it built? It built […]
Giza Necropolis
Giza Necropolis Giza Necropolis The Giza Pyramids have become nearly synonymous with Egypt itself. Their incredible size continues to impress millions of visitors each year, as they struggle to comprehend how three kings, Khafre, Khufu, and Menkaure, could have constructed such huge structures so long ago. Giza Necropolis Despite their fame, the Giza Pyramids represent […]
Islamic Cairo
Islamic Cairo How old is the city of Cairo? Islamic Cairo is the historic core of the city. When the Fatimid dynasty conquered Egypt in 969 AD, constructed a new capital north of the existing city to serve as their administrative center. This new city, named Al-Qahira (meaning The Vanquisher in English), gave the modern […]
Benezra Synagogue Coptic Cairo
Benezra Synagogue Coptic Cairo When was Ben Ezra Synagogue built, and where is it located? Located deep in the winding alleys of Coptic Cairo, Ben Ezra Synagogue is the oldest Jewish temple in Cairo, dating from the 9th century AD. Like almost all of Egypt’s synagogues, it is simply a tourist attraction today following the […]
Hanging Church Coptic Cairo
Hanging Church Coptic Cairo History of the hanging church and when it was built? The most famous site in Coptic Cairo is the Church of the Virgin Mary, better known by its nickname, the Hanging Church. This name comes from the fact that it was built atop the walls of the 4th century BC Roman […]
Unfinished Obelisk
Unfinished Obelisk In touring all of the ruins scattered across Egypt, it is very seldom that we pause to think about the many stages of planning and labor that came before these monuments were erected. The Unfinished Obelisk is a rare opportunity to consider what this process might have been like and just how difficult […]
Khufu Cheops Pyramid
Khufu Cheops Pyramid Khufu Cheops Pyramid There is only one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World still standing today, and it is the Pyramid of Khufu at Giza, Egypt’s Great Pyramid. His son, Khafre, and another pharaoh, Menkaure, are credited with building the other two pyramids at Giza, but neither of them is […]
Colossi of Memnon
Colossi of Memnon One of the biggest tourist attractions in Luxor, the Colossi of Memnon gained popularity due to its majestic appearance and for the mysterious sounds emitted by the Northern Colossus statue at every sunrise. Where is the Colossi of Memnon located? In the West Bank of Luxor, Egypt, two magnificent twin statues of […]
Dendera temple
What is the Dandra Complex? Dendera temple On the west bank of the Nile opposite the city of Qena, 2.5 km (1.6 mi) southeast of the city of Dendera, lies one of ancient Egypt’s most important religious temples. The complex is the home of the Temple of Hathor (the deity of love, music, & fertility) […]
High Dam
High Dam When construction began on the High Dam in 1960, it was the most heralded part of President Gamal Abdel Nasser’s effort to develop Egypt for all Egyptians. While the dam is certainly not the largest in the world, it is an impressive engineering feat nonetheless, over 360 feet tall and 12,500 feet across. […]
Kom Ombo
Kom Ombo Kom Ombo Along with Esna and Edfu, Kom Ombo is the third major stop that most of the Nile cruises between Luxor and Aswan make on their journey.Located only 30 miles north of Aswan, the setting of this Temple of Sobek, the crocodile god, makes an approach by water the far superior way […]
DAHABIYA NILE CRUISES
DAHABIYA NILE CRUISES DAHABIYA NILE CRUISES A cruise down the Nile on a Dahabiya Nile Cruise is the most exclusive and luxurious way to experience the river. These boats, known as Dahabeyas in Arabic, recall a past era of Egyptian tourism when the elite of Europe used similar vessels to explore the Nile Valley. So, take the […]
Luxor Temple
Luxor Temple Luxor Temple On the east bank of the Nile River, in the south of Egypt, the World’s Largest Outdoor Museum, Luxor City, contains one of the most beautiful temple standing. The Luxor Temple is a mark of ancient Egyptian civilization, a strikingly graceful monument in the heart of modern Luxor. Different than other […]
Philae Temple
Philae Temple Philae Temple This beautiful temple complex is one of the most picturesque in all of Egypt. It sits on Aglika Island,, just south of the old Aswan Dam and you must ride a water taxi to the island to get to the ruins. The temple was moved to its current location following the […]
lake nasser
lake Nasser lake Nasser Stretching south from Aswan nearly 350 miles (550 kilometers) beyond the southern border of Egypt and into northern Sudan, Lake Nasser is the huge freshwater reservoir formed by the construction of the High Dam at Aswan during the 1960s. The High Dam replaced a smaller dam completed by the British colonial […]
Al-Azhar Mosque
History of Al-Azhar Mosque Al-Azhar Mosque is simply one of a kind, as there is no one like it in the world. In 970 A.D., the Islamic Shi’ite Dynasty, the Fatimids that ruled Egypt from the 10th to 12th centuries, constructed the mosque as a place of worship and research in Islamic studies. The mosque’s […]
Khan El Khalili Bazaar
Khan El Khalili Bazaar Khan El Khalili Bazaar There are a few places on the planet where you feel the time is going back around, this place is Khan El Khalili Bazaar. One of the major Cairo tourist attractions, Located in old Cairo as a major souk (market), which is a symbol of Mamluk architecture […]
Egyptian Museum
History of The Egyptian Museum Egyptian Museum, For most people, the idea of witnessing real magic is quite absurd but everything changes when you step inside one of the oldest museums in the world. It contains the biggest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts which makes it a house of absolute wonder and beauty. The Egyptian […]
Karnak temple
Where is Karnak Temple Located? Karnak temple is the largest temple in the world and the largest religious building ever made. It is located at “Thebes,” Luxor city. Known as the temple of Amun, it was called Ipet-isu or “the most select of places ” in the Middle Kingdom, also known as Pr-Imn or “House […]
Queen Hatshepsut
Who is Queen Hatshepsut? Queen Hatshepsut, whose name means “Foremost of Noble Women,” is one of the greatest rulers of ancient Egypt; she was the fifth pharaoh of the 18th dynasty. In 1508 BC, Hatshepsut was born to King Thutmose I and his wife, Queen Ahmose, to be his elder daughter and her grandfather, King […]
The New Kingdom Egypt Pharaohs
The New Kingdom Egypt Pharaohs New Kingdom Egypt Pharaohs, a.k.a. the Egyptian Empire (1570–1070 B.C.E) is without a doubt the most popular time period in the history of ancient Egypt, spanning from the 16th century to the 11th century B.C Most of the ruler’s entire history and tombs have been located, such as Hatshepsut, Thutmose […]
Queen Nefertiti
Who is Queen Nefertiti? Queen Nefertiti is known to be one of the most famous, beautiful, and powerful queens in the history of ancient Egypt, her name means “Beautiful Woman Has Come. She was one of the queens in the 18th dynasty of ancient Egypt and had various titles during her life such as the […]
King Tutankhamun
Who is King Tutankhamun? King Tutankhamun (1334–1325 B.C.) is an Egyptian king from the 18th Dynasty of the New Kingdom (1570–1050 BC). He’s also known as Tutankhamun, which means the living image of god Amun. He is considered to be one of the youngest kings who ever ruled ancient Egypt, as he was only 9 […]
Valley of the Kings
Valley of the Kings Valley of the Kings is located within the heart of a hill, and is the final resting place of the Great Pharaoh Egypt’s new Kingdom 1570–1070BC). From the 16th to the 11th century B.C., the valley acted as a royal tomb to the 18, 19, and 20th dynasties of Pharaohs and […]
Abu Simbel temples
Abu Simbel temples Abu Simbel temples, located south of Aswan along Lake Nasser shore, are the most famous in all of Egypt after the Giza Pyramids. Built by the greatest of the pharaohs, Ramesses II, which made it also known as the Temple of Ramses II or Ramesses II. these huge rock-cut temples marked the […]
Cheops Pyramid King Khufu
Cheops Pyramid King Khufu Cheops Pyramid King Khufu was the second and most famous king of the 4th Dynasty. History: He was the son of Snofru and Hetepheres I. He at least had two wives, probably even as many as four, with whom he had several children. Queen Meritates bore him Kawab Hor-djedef, Hetepheres II, […]
Great Pyramids of Giza
Great Pyramids of Giza Great Pyramids of Giza The first step in building a pyramid was to choose a suitable site. This had to be on the west side of the Nile because the west was where the sunset was and where the dead were thought to enter the underworld. The pyramids also needed to […]