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 […]
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 […]
Philae Temple Relocation Process
Philae Temple Relocation Process Philae Temple Relocation Process is without a doubt one of the most beautiful destinations in Egypt. It is considered a true symbol of Egyptian ‘classic’ architecture and the origin place of the Osiris & Isis myth, as it was constructed in 690 AD during the Ptolemaic kingdom to honor the goddess Isis […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Meidum Pyramid Architecture
The Meidum Pyramid Architecture The Meidum Pyramid Architecture There are countless pyramids in Egypt but the Meidum Pyramid is without a doubt is the most unusual-looking pyramid. It is located on the west bank of the Nile, 80 km south of Memphis, 65 km south of Cairo. It is one of the oldest pyramids in […]
Egyptian Calendar
Egyptian Calendar Egyptian Calendar The cosmetic order had a vital impact on Egyptian society, the ancient Egyptians understood the value of time and sought to utilize it in every aspect of their life to the maximum extent. Like everything in Egypt, they were very motivated by their religion and their desire for balance and order. […]
Ancient Egyptian Language History
Ancient Egyptian Language History Ancient Egyptian Language History The ancient Egyptian language is the oldest indigenous language and is considered to be a branch of the Afro-Asiatic languages, plus it is related to the Berber and other Semitic languages such as Arabic, Amharic, and Hebrew. It is one of the oldest recorded languages, known alongside […]
Festivals in Ancient Egypt
Festivals in Ancient Egypt During ancient times, there used to be many festivals known as “Heb” throughout the year to give thanks to the gods and make divine favors. In the festivals in ancient Egypt, the Egyptians would offer sacrifices, and offerings and celebrate the might of the gods, but the true purpose of these […]
Nubian History and Culture
Nubian History and Culture Nubian History and Culture The Nubian region lies on the Nile River, 123,000 square kilometers between the city of Aswan in southern Egypt and Khartoum in central northern Sudan. It was one of the first civilizations of ancient Africa, as the history of Nubia was traced from 2000 BCE onward to […]
Egypt Civilization
Egypt Civilization Egypt Civilization A great anachronistic debate has surrounded the ancient Egyptian race for various ages among the media and laypersons. Most modern historians and biologists consider the concept of race to be an inaccurate way to describe human biological variation. The question first appeared in the 18th and 19th centuries as the product […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
Edfu temple
Edfu temple The Temple of Horus at Edfu is widely considered to be the most impressive of all of the Nile-side temples along the journey between Luxor and Aswan. It is a required stop by all of the cruise ships that make the trip, also stopping at Esna and Kom Ombo. Like at Esna, the […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
King Akhenaten
Who is King Akhenaten? King Akhenaten was one of the kings in the 18th dynasty who ruled ancient Egypt from1353 B.C.–1336 B.C“, his name means “Living spirit of Aten“, and also became known as Amenhotep IV, Akhenaton, Ikhnaton, and Khuenaten. He ruled Egypt after his father, Pharaoh Amenhotep III died at the end of his […]
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 […]
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, […]