luxor travel guide

luxor travel guide

Best travel guide tips for Luxor . Luxor is an open musuem and one of the most important monumental cities on earth. as it has alone one-third of the world's monuments . name of Luxor was given by Arabs to the city which means in Arabic language…
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Tipping guide in Egypt ( How much to tip in Egypt ? )

A Complete Guide on Tipping in Egypt ? Tipping is considered as a common practice in Egypt and a way of appreciation for the service you recieve from the staff like taxi drivers, tour guides , house keepers and waiters as people in the tourism…
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Things to do in Hurghada

Hurghada is a popular resort town on the Red Sea coast of Egypt. It is known for its beautiful beaches, clear waters, and stunning coral reefs. There are many activities to enjoy in Hurghada, both on and off the water. Here are a few ideas: Snorkeling…
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Best Nile crusies in Egypt

Here are some factors to consider before booking a Nile cruise in Egypt , as Choosing the "best" Nile cruise depends on your individual preferences and budget. Luxury level:Nile cruises range from budget-friendly to ultra-luxurious. Luxury…
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Top 10 attractions in Cairo

Here are the top 10 attractions in Cairo: 1-The Giza Necropolis: Home to the iconic Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is a must-see for any visitor to Cairo. The pyramids are the only remaining of the…

Things to do in Sharm Elsheikh

Best to do while you are in Sharm Elsheikh Sharm El Sheikh is a wonderful resort town located on the south of Sinai in Egypt. It's well known for its amazing beaches, crystal-clear waters, and great coral reefs. Here are some of the top…

Hatshepsut temple

Temple of Hatshepsut is a stunning mortuary temple complex in Luxor. Built in the 15th century BC for queen Hatshepsut, one of the few female pharaohs of ancient Egypt and it's considered a masterpiece of ancient architecture. The temple…
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Sataya Reef ( Red Sea )

Sataya reef ( Marsa alam) Sataya refers to Sataya Reef which is a large reef in the Fury Shoals of the Red Sea, known for its diverse marine life and resident pod of spinner dolphinsand it's a popular destination also for diving, snorkeling,…

Hamata islands ( Red sea Egypt )

Hamata islands ( Marsa alam ) The islands of Hamata , also known as Qulaan Archipelago, are a true hidden gem in the Red Sea, located off the southern coast of Egypt, about 130 kilometers south of Marsa Alam and 45 kilometers north of of…

Sharm El-luli (The Egyptian Maldives)

Exploring the Serenity of Sharm El-Luli: Egypt's Hidden Gem Nestled along the pristine coastline of the Red Sea in Egypt lies a true gem that has been gaining recognition among travelers seeking natural beauty and tranquility. Sharm El-Luli,…

Dahab city (The Egyptian paradise)

Dahab is a small town situated on the southeastern coast of the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt. It's known for its picturesque beaches, clear blue waters, and relaxed atmosphere. Historically, Dahab was a Bedouin fishing village, but it has transformed…
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Ancient City Of Petra Jordan

Facts about Petra one on the new wanders of the world Petra is a historical and archaeological city in southern Jordan that was once the capital of the Nabataean kingdom, a nomadic Arab people who ruled over the region from the 4th century…

St , Catherine monastery in Sinai

Main information about St, Catherine monastery St. Catherine's Monastery is a Christian monastery located in the Sinai Peninsula of Egypt. It is one of the oldest continuously inhabited monasteries in the world, and it has a rich history…
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10 facts about ancient Egypt

Here are some interesting facts about ancient Egypt: 1- Ancient Egyptians invented many things that we still use today, such as paper, pens, locks, keys, and toothpaste 2- Ancient Egyptians believed in more than 2,000 gods and goddesses,…
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Interesting facts about Pharaohs

Here are some interesting facts about the pharaohs - The term 'pharaoh' is the Greek form of the Egyptian 'pero' or 'per-a-a', which means `Great House`. It was not used until about 1200 B.C. The early monarchs of Egypt were not known as…

Money in Egypt (Egyptian currency)

currency in Egypt Money in Egypt is an important topic to know if you are planning to visit this country. Here are some key points to remember: * The currency of Egypt is the (Egyptian pound EGP). One Egyptian pound is divided into 100…
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Culture and traditions in Egypt

Traditions and Culture in Egypt Culture and traditions in Egypt are very diverse and rich, as they reflect the influence of many civilizations and ethnic groups that have lived in or invaded the country over thousands of years. Some of the…
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What to wear in Egypt during your visit

How to dress in Egypt ( foreign females ) What to wear while you are in Egypt is one of the main points for foreign females before coming to Egypt, you should be mindful of the local culture and customs, which are conservative and modest.…
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Ras Mohammed national park

Interesting information about the national park of Ras Mohamed Ras Mohammed National Park is a beautiful and diverse natural reserve in Egypt, located at the southern end of the Sinai Peninsula. It is one of the best places in the world…
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Moses mountain ( mount Sinai )

Moses mountain in Sinai: Moses mountain, also known as Mount Sinai or Jabal Musa, is a sacred place for Jews, Christians, and Muslims. It is where, according to the holy scriptures, God revealed the Ten Commandments to Moses. It is also where,…
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14 tips for first-time visitors to Egypt

Useful Things To Know Before Traveling TO Egypt Egypt is a beautiful country with a rich history and culture. Here are some tips to help you make the most of your visit: 1. Avoid large crowds and political demonstrations, as they…

Tanis ( the mysterious capital of Egypt )

Discover Tanis (the capital of the pharaohs) For several centuries Tanis was one of the largest cities in the Delta, and became a site of great importance after the end of the New Kingdom, especially during the Late Period (747–332 BC).…
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Best places to visit in Cairo.

Fun activities in Cairo Cairo is a massive city with a variety of attractions that span from ancient to contemporary times. Some of these places include pharaonic, medieval, Islamic, and modern sites that we will describe below. # Giza…

Siwa oasis (best places in Siwa)

Siwa oasis (the pure natural paradise) It is a peaceful and pristine spot on earth as it is situated almost 800 km from Cairo on the western desert near the Libyan border. The local people of Siwa are called Amazigh and they speak their…
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Valley of the whales ( Egypt )

The wander valley of the whales It is one of the most extraordinary places on earth as it has many fossils of whales that date back to 40 million years ago. The significance of the area is that it shows the evolution of the whales from land-dwelling…
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Best times to visit Egypt

When is the best time to travel to Egypt Egypt Egypt offers excellent diving conditions all year round. From October to May, the climate is cooler and the huge cruise ships are more common. To dodge the crowds of buses, it is better…
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White Desert and Baharia oasis

interesting information about White desert Egypt The location of the white desert : The white desert is a national park that covers an area of 300 square kilometers in the Farafra depression, 45 km north of the town of Qsar El Farafra.…

The black desert Egypt and Bharia oasis

The Black Desert is a region of volcano-shaped and widely spaced mounds, distributed along about 30 km in western Egypt between the White Desert in the south and the Bahariya Oasis in the north. Most of its mounds are capped by basalt sills,…

Abu Simbel tembles

Abu Simbel, site of two temples built by the Egyptian king Ramses II (reigned 1279–13 BCE), now located in Aswān muḥāfaẓah (governorate), southern Egypt. In ancient times the area was at the southern frontier of pharaonic Egypt, facing…

The Red Sea (The underwater paradise )

The Red Sea, Arabic Al-Baḥr Al-Aḥmar, narrow strip of water extending southeastward from Suez, Egypt, for about 1,200 miles (1,930 km) to the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, which connects with the Gulf of Aden and thence with the Arabian Sea. Geologically,…

Nile River

The Nile is a major north-flowing river in northeastern Africa and is the longest river in Africa and the disputed longest river in the world,[6][7] as a group of Brazilian scientists claims that the Amazon River is longer than the Nile.[8][9]…

Karnak temple (the most huge on earth )

The Karnak Temple Complex, commonly known as Karnak from Arabic Khurnak meaning "fortified village"), comprises a vast mix of decayed temples, chapels, pylons, and other buildings near Luxor, in Egypt. Construction at the complex began during…

Giza Pyramids (the secrets )

The Giza Pyramid Complex also called the Giza Necropolis, is the site on the Giza Plateau in Greater Cairo, Egypt that includes the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure, along with their associated pyramid…
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The Vally Of The Kings (the pharos tomb)

The Valley of the Kings, also known as the Valley of the Gates of the Kings is a valley in Egypt where, for a period of nearly 500 years from the 16th to 11th century BC, rock-cut tombs were excavated for the pharaohs and powerful nobles of…

Sinai Peninsula(the holy land)

Sinai Peninsula, Arabic Shibh Jazīrat Sīnāʾ, triangular peninsula linking Africa with Asia and occupying an area of 23,500 square miles (61,000 square km). The Sinai Desert, as the peninsula’s arid expanse is called, is separated by the…
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Egypt (the pharos land)

Egypt officially the Arab Republic of Egypt is a transcontinental country spanning the northeast corner of Africa and southwest corner of Asia by a land bridge formed by the Sinai Peninsula. Egypt is a Mediterranean country bordered by the Gaza…

Aswan (the southern city) of Egypt

Aswan is a city in the south of Egypt and is the capital of the Aswan Governorate. Aswan is a busy market and tourist center located just north of the Aswan Dam on the east bank of the Nile at the first cataract. The modern city has expanded…

Oasis of Egypt (the natural zones)

Egyptian Oases Information on the most famous Egyptian oases, including Baharia Oasis, Farafra Oasis, Dakhla Oasis, Kharga Oasis, and Siwa oasis. Baharia Oasis Bahariya is most well-known for the so-called Golden Mummies tourist…

Sharm El Sheikh (the peacful city)

Sharm El Sheikh is an Egyptian city on the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula, in South Sinai Governorate, on the coastal strip along the Red Sea. Its population is approximately 73,000 as of 2015. Sharm El Sheikh is the administrative hub…

Marsa Alam City [tranquility zone]

Marsa Alam is a town in south-eastern Egypt, located on the western shore of the Red Sea. It is currently seeing fast increasing popularity as a tourist destination and development following the opening of Marsa Alam International Airport in…

Main Tips About Hurghada

Hurghada was founded in the early 20th century. For many decades it was a small fishing village, but it has grown into a major Red Sea resort as a result of Egyptian and foreign investment that began in the 1980s. Holiday resorts and hotels…

Alexandria ,the second capital of Egypt

Alexandria, Arabic Al-Iskandariyyah, major city, and urban muḥāfaẓah (governorate) in Egypt. Once among the greatest cities of the Mediterranean world and a center of Hellenic scholarship and science, Alexandria was the capital of Egypt…
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luxor the world’s greatest open-air museum

Luxor, Arabic Al-Uqṣur, also called El-Aksur, city and capital of Al-Uqṣur muḥāfaẓah (governorate), Upper Egypt. Luxor has given its name to the southern half of the ruins of the ancient Egyptian city of Thebes. Area governorate, 1,080…
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Main Tips About Cairo

Cairo is the capital of Egypt, and one of the largest cities in Africa. Cairo has stood for more than 1,000 years on the same site on the banks of the Nile, primarily on the eastern shore, Cairo is the gateway to the Nile delta, where the lower…

8 Recommended things to do at night in Cairo

Exploring Cairo by Night: 8 Unforgettable Experiences Opera House: Cairo Opera House is a cultural gem, featuring multiple theaters, an art gallery, a museum, and a music library. Attend ballet performances, musicals, concerts, and plays…
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Top Tips for Solo Female Travelers Before Travelling to Egypt

Essential Safety Tips for Solo Female Travelers in Egypt Egypt, a land teeming with history and culture, is an enticing destination for travelers. For solo female adventurers, navigating this Middle Eastern marvel requires cultural sensitivity…

Top 5 Most Relaxing Destinations in Egypt

Discover Egypt's Most Relaxing Destinations Egypt is renowned for its rich history and cultural treasures, from ancient pyramids to the enigmatic Sphinx. While it's a top destination for historical exploration, Egypt also offers tranquil…

Your Guide to Egypt: A Land of Magic and Wonder

Your Ultimate Guide to Egypt: A Land of Enchantment and Marvel Egypt, a nation nestled in the heart of Northeast Africa and the Middle East, is undeniably a realm of astonishing beauty and wonder. With millennia-old structures gracing its…
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12 Facts about the Pyramids of Giza

Impress your friends with 12 interesting facts about Giza Pyramid The pyramids of Egypt are fascinating and mysterious structures that have intrigued people for centuries. They are part of the ancient glory of Egypt and they still puzzle…
Egypt culture and traditions

Egypt Culture And Traditions

Interesting facts about Egypt culture and traditions Egypt has a rich and diverse culture that blends different influences from various sources. Its ancient heritage, tribal traditions, and foreign invaders have all contributed to the unique…