The following snippets of information will give you some ideas on how to have a good time in Egypt. Decide what is the most interesting for you, try independent travel or packaged tours of Egypt. Follow these recommendations and enjoy tourism in Egypt.
Pyramids of Egypt
The ancient Egyptians built more than 90 royal pyramids, from about 2630 bc until about 1530 bc . During that time, the pyramid form evolved from a series of stepped terraces that resembled the layers of a wedding cake to the better-known, sloped pyramidal shape. The first pyramid, the Step Pyramid at Saqqarah, was constructed during the reign of King Djoser (2630 bc -2611 bc ). The largest pyramid is the one built for King Khufu , at the site of modern Giza. Khufu's pyramid, known as the Great Pyramid, is the only one of the Seven Wonders of the World that still survives. |
Sphinx
The Sphinx is  about 73.5 metres in length. It was originally sculptured from a limestone outcrop and, for most of its history, the Sphinx has been at least partly covered in sand. The first recorded clearing took place in the 18th Dynasty when a prince, who later became the pharaoh Thutmose IV , ordered that the sand be removed. This happened after he supposedly had a dream in which he was told that he would become pharaoh if he cleared the Sphinx. |
Temples
Temples in Egypt were a reflection of the Egyptians mythology of the "Island of Creation." The pillars were often shaped in the designs of palms, papyrus, and lotus which were plants believed to be on the island. All major creation myths put the origins at the "Island of Creation" and the religion emphasis on the idea of trying to return to that time. |
Museums
The Egyptian Museum was first built in Boulak. In 1891, it was moved to Giza Palace of "Ismail Pasha" which housed the antiquities that were later moved to the present building. The Egyptian Museum is situated at Tahrir square in Cairo. It was built during the reign of Khedive Abbass Helmi II in 1897, and opened on November 15, 1902. It has 107 halls. At the ground floor there are the huge statues. The upper floor houses small statues, jewels, Tutankhamon treasures and the mummies. |
Khan el-Khalili
Shopping is almost compulsory in |
Diving Excursions
The Red Sea has tropical sun, warm water, beautiful corals, colourful fish, and crystal visibility. The weather is usually hot and dry. This combination makes a very good diving environment. The Red Sea is divided into areas and each having different diving spots. |
Nile Cruises
One of the most enjoyable experiences is to float serenely down the Nile river on an air conditioned luxury ship for a few days. Many of them boast swimming pools, bars, restaurants and almost every facility. You will hardly believe your eyes when you experience the land of the pyramids. |
Tours
Our Egypt travel staff have many years experience in designing unique Egypt travel tours customized to your taste and budget. We can design programs for 2 to 200 people. Let us give you a free quotation. |
|
"Road to Egypt" is your guide to Egypt's past, your key to enter the fascinating world of pharaohs, deities, sultans and caliphs; relive the crusades, conquests, fiefdoms and dynasties over 7000 years of civilization. It is also your link to the present, with state of the art transportation and accommodation facilities at your disposal. Call us at 1 800 848 8163 for details on tours or Nile cruises designed just for you. We arrange everything.... |
|