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Pyramids of Giza

The History of an Ancient Wonder The pyramids of Giza are one of the most iconic sites in all of Egypt. Located on the west bank of the Nile River,

Khan El Khalili Bazaar

The Rich History Khan El Khalili Bazaar has stood witness to Cairo’s rich history for over 600 years. Established in the late 14th century, the bazaar flourished as a hub

Monastery of Saint Catherine

The Foundation The monastery was founded between 527-565 AD by order of Emperor Justinian I. It was intended to be dedicated to the mounted chapel and the basilica of Saint

Cairo Citadel of Salah Al Din

The History of Citadel of Salah El Din The Citadel of Salah El Din, also known as the Cairo Citadel, was founded in 1176 AD by the famous Muslim leader

Egypt Nubia

A Land Frozen in History Nubia Aswan lies along the Nile River in Southern Egypt’s Aswan Governorate. This land preserves the legacy of ancient Egypt Nubians and civilizations that thrived

Ramesses II Temple

Ramesses II’s Glorious Reign Ramesses II, also known as Ramesses the Great, was one of the greatest and most celebrated pharaohs of ancient Egypt who ruled during the Nineteenth dynasty

Saqqara Step Pyramid

Vestiges of Ancient Civilization Saqqara is an atmospheric site situated around 30 km south of Cairo in the Governorate of Giza. As one of the oldest sites in all of

Ras Muhammad National Park

A Paradise Below the Surface Ras Muhammad National Park is located on the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula on the eastern coast of Egypt. The park encompasses over 200

Abu Simbel Temple

Introduction Abu Simbel Temple is one of the most impressive sites of ancient Egypt located in Aswan, Egypt. Crafted out of rock during the reign of the powerful Pharaoh Ramesses

Horus Temple Egypt

Sanctuary Emerging from Desert Limestone Cliffs Nestled upon Pharaonic frontiers hugging the Nile’s west bank arises a place of antiquity – Horus Temple of Tafa. Hewn from sheer rock faces