Suez Canal was built in Egypt to connect the Mediterranean Sea (Port Said) with the Red Sea (Port Tewfik, Suez).
It’s a very important waterway.
Egypt – Suez Canal
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Egypt – Enjoying Water
You don’t have to dive in Egypt, enjoying water and sunny days is also a good option in Egypt.
Egypt – Diving
Many people love to dive and explore Red Sea in Egypt. And there are good reasons to do so.
Egypt – Sea
Egypt has an access to two seas: the Mediterranean and Red Sea.
It’s also one of the reasons why people like to visit Egypt.
Egypt – Climate
Egypt has a hot, dry climate; so no wonder it’s a very popular destination during winter, i.e., from about October to March, and especially in December.
Egypt – Camel Riding
Camels are often a tourist attraction, and it’s possible to have a camel ride. Definitely, not my favorite way of transportation…
What do you think about camel riding?
Egypt – Camel Rock
Do you see a camel’s head?
🙂
Egypt – Camels
Camels and members of the Camelidae family can be found in many places in the world.
As I learnt at school and it sticked to my head, if there is a desert there are also camels, so camels are in Egypt. 😉
Egypt – Great Sphinx of Giza
The mysterious Sphinx is a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human, was carved out of limestone.
Egypt – Pyramids
I’m aware someone may say “pyramids are nothing special”, “it’s just a few stones” etc.
I think they are very impressive, their history, how they were built and even the location – you are just outside the big city, but at the same time your’e on the desert.
Egypt – Giza Pyramids
The Giza pyramid complex is located on the Giza Plateau.
You’ll find there amazing pyramids and famous Sphinx.
That’s the place to feel “like in Egypt”, or in ancient Egypt. 😉
Egypt – Giza
Giza is a big city located a few km from Cairo.
Once you’re in Cairo, going to Giza is a must to see the Giza Pyramids.
Egypt – Mosques in Cairo
In Cairo, you can find hundreds of mosques, some of them you can easily visit.
Egypt – Islamic Cairo
Islamic Cairo is the historic part of the city. This name may be a bit confusing, because it doesn’t mean that’s the only Islamin area in Cairo; it’s just the one with many historical sites.
Egypt – Egyptian Museum
You could easily spend a whole day in the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, also called as the Egyptian Museum. Simply enjoy an amazing ancient world! 🙂
Egypt – Museum of Egyptian Antiquities
As I said, I’m fascinated by ancient world and may a bit biased here,
but for me, one of the best places in Cairo is the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities with a rich collection of items from ancient Egypt.
Egypt – Cairo
Cairo is a large city with many diverse areas.
Depending which part of the city you visit, you may think Cairo is poor, crowded, old, modern, polluted, etc. Even some of the above adjectives are not really positive; Cairo is worth visiting!
Egypt – Capital
Cairo is the capital of Egypt.
Egypt – or Tourism
To continue from yesterday, tourism in Egypt is not only visiting ancient sites, but also relaxing on beach, swimming, diving, etc.
And both are fine, Egypt is perfect for both kinds of tourists.
Egypt – Tourism
Tourism is a very important sector in Egypt.
I’ve been always fascinated by ancient world, so visiting ruins in Egypt, Greece, Rome, and many other countries, is a wonderful experience for me.