The pyramids of Egypt fascinated travellers and conquerors in ancient times and continue to inspire wonder in the tourists, mathematicians, and archeologists who visit, explore, measure, and describe them.
View moreEgypt’s Pyramids are the oldest of the major Pharaonic sites and, along with the enigmatic Sphinx, also their most iconic. This area close to modern Cairo was the power base of the Old Kingdom, and its rulers were buried in the tombs and Pyramids of Saqqarah and Giza, home to the only remaining Ancient Wonder of the World described by Greek and Roman scholars. For 46 centuries, they have impressed travellers. For more on the Pyramids, read here.
View moreThe monumental temple complexes of Karnak and Luxor rank among the world’s greatest ancient sites. In terms of artistic achievement, they are Egypt’s finest; in scale, its most impressive. Beautiful artefacts found on site are displayed in two worthwhile museums.
View moreEgypt has been one of the bedrocks of an ancient civilization. It goes far into antiquity and has a lot of fables and tales to tell. From the mighty tribes to the undefeatable Pharaohs, the Egyptian civilization has been one of the leading beacons of human endeavor.
View moreLuxor, a capital of ancient Upper Egypt known as Thebes, is now a tourist destination famous for the historic temple buildings and other relics.
View moreEgypt is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world. It is the home of some of the most extraordinary archeological ruins ever seen. The Great Pyramids complex of Giza was listed as one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
View moreEgypt is a wonderful destination, and people usually choose it because of its exciting history and archeological sites. However, what should one expect when they really land there after all? Monuments and museums will take a while, but the country’s heartbeat will affect you more.
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