Tutankhamun king of Egypt
Why is Tutankhamun significant? Tutankhamun (flourished 14th century BCE) was a king of ancient Egypt (reigned c. 1333–24 BCE), known chiefly for his intact tomb, KV 62 (tomb 62), discovered in the Valley of the Kings in 1922. During his reign, powerful advisers restored the traditional Egyptian religion and art, both of which had been […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Old Cairo and Coptic Cairo
Old Cairo and Coptic Cairo Settlement of the area around Cairo did not start near the current city center. The original seed of what has become the modern city now sits on the southern edges of the city, known as Old Cairo. Over two thousand years ago, this was the beginning of an ancient canal […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]