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Five Things You Should See in Egypt
Wednesday, February 22nd, 2012 /

A full list of everything to see during a visit to Egypt would have to assume that the traveller was going there for months rather than a week or two as there is simply so much to see. The magnificence of the structures you will discover can only be matched by the limitless questions raised as to how they were actually built in the first place. However, the man made destinations are not the entire story of what to see in Egypt, so here are five things that really must be experienced during a trip to this remarkable destination.

The Abu Simbel Temples

Built by Ramesses II, this historic site contains the magnificent Great Temple alongside a tiny village. What makes this site even more remarkable is that it was moved in the 1960s from its original site to avoid being lost to the flooding of Lake Nasser by the Aswan Dam.

The Temples of Luxor

Divided by the Nile, here you can visit the ancient capital of both the middle and the new pharaohs. The East Bank side contains the Luxor Temple and the Temple of Karnac, while on the West bank the incredible Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens reveal to you their ancient splendour and magnificence.

The Temples of Luxor

Pyramids of Giza

Outside the city of Cairo are the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx which must surely top most people’s "to do" list for a holiday in Egypt. This is where Egyptian royalty constructed their imperious burial shrines with hundreds of "mastaba" alongside as the final resting place for relatives and favoured servants.

Cairo

As well as being the obvious place to experience all the flavours of the Egyptian culture, the capital is also the home of the world famous Cairo Museum. Here you can view some of the most famous artefacts ever discovered from the ancient world. These include the contents from the tomb of Tutankhamun and the "cache" of mummies that were first discovered in the 1870s.

Cairo

The Red Sea

The Red Sea can be as relaxing or as energetic as you want to make it. Whether you choose the ancient town of Hurghada or the purpose built tourist destination of Sharm el Sheikh, water sports, especially scuba diving and snorkelling, are the order of the day. Without doubt, the Red Sea offers some of the best scuba diving in the world due to the crystal clear waters that abound with coral reefs and all the marine life that they attract.

Egypt is a remarkable place with something to offer for everyone. From culture, architecture and history, to beaches, cruises and water sports, Egypt really is somewhere not to be missed.

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Explore The Egyptian Museum In Cairo
Friday, October 22nd, 2010 /

Ciaro MuseumCairo has a number of wonderful things to offer to tourists . The Egyptian Museum in Cairo  is set on the beautiful Nile, and it is close to some of the most famous attractions in all of Egypt – the Great Pyramids of Egypt and the Sphinx. Everyone who comes to the beautiful city will find a number of wonderful things that will keep him or her busy.

If you should choose to visit Egypt the first and last stop will probably be the Egyptian Museum in Midan Tahrir, also called Liberation Square. Among other museums in Egypt this one is a standout as it displays over 136,000 items, whole hundreds of thousands of artefacts wait in the basement. The museum was first established in 1835, and was first constructed to prevent looting, not necessarily boost tourism. However, by 1858 the museum officially opened and now in 2008 over 1,500,000 tourists visit it every year, not to mention 500,000 local residents.

There are presently plans to transport the museum closer to the vicinity of the Pyramids of Giza and rename it the Grand Egyptian Museum.

Funerary Works

The Egyptians have a very unparalleled belief in the afterlife, and this collection contains many traces of that. One can see sarcophagi, funeral art, and many other items and artifacts.

Jewellery

Egyptian jewellery is beautiful and unique, and the Egyptian Museum has the most incredible collections in the world. You can see jewellery of both silver and gold, some even inset with precious stones. The workmanship is highly detailed and wonderful .

Sculpture

Egyptian sculpture was used for religious depictions and was oftentimes located in temples and tombs. The museum houses a number of different sculptures from throughout the history of the civilisation of Egypt. The attention to detail in the sculptures is unbelievable .

Some of the most impressive pieces in the collection are a sculpture of the goddess Selket from the Canopic Shrine and the bust of King Merenptah. You can find a wide variety of sculptures.

The Collection of King Tut

Probably the most famous artefacts in the entire museum belong to the King Tut collection. A boy king, he ruled for only nine years, but his power and legend are still felt today. He had in incredible collection of treasure and much of that is located at the museum.

Some of the most impressive pieces in this collection are shields, bracelets, jewellery and more. The collection is vast, and has a great variety of items.

Anyone who comes to Cairo should make certain to visit the Egyptian Museum. It makes a great place to visit along with the pyramids and the other historical sites.

Giza Pyramids & Egyptian Museum Day Tour
The Giza Pyramids & Egyptian Museum Day Tour is a well rounded and exciting trip, uncovering many wonders and natural scenes.

Cairo Stopover Transit Tour 
The Cairo Stopover Transit Tour from Cairo Airport is one of the most convenient and enthralling short trips offered in this area. This trip covers the Pyramids, the Museum and the Khan El Khalili Bazaar.

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Popular Sights in Cairo, Egypt
Wednesday, July 14th, 2010 /

The Pyramids and the Sphinx
Egypt Listed as a famous sight in the world are  the Sphinx, and the Giza Pyramids, now the only remaining monument of the famous “Seven Wonders of the World.” The Pyramids of Giza consist of the most amazing and world-renowned features in all of Egypt. The sites you will see in Giza are so revered that that they are downright iconic of Egyptian culture.

The Cairo Citadel
A number of mosques that keeps rare reliefs, mementos and artifacts captures visitor’s interests  , such as Al-Azhar and Ibn Tulun.  One of the most interesting sites is the  Cairo Citadel; the ancient buildings, mosques and Islamic art will surely amaze you   . Just know that if you travel to an Islamic mosque it is respectful to remove your shoes, and to make sure all women in your group wear scarves.

The Egyptian Museum
If you desire to see a real museum in Cairo, it is best to start and end your visit in the Egyptian Museum found in Midan Tahrir, it is also known as Libertion Square. Among other Cairo museums this one is a standout as it displays over 136,000 items, whole hundreds of thousands of artifacts wait in the basement. The museum was first established in 1835, and was first constructed to prevent looting, not necessarily boost tourism. However, by 1858 the museum officially opened and now in 2008 over 1,500,000 tourists visit it every year, not to mention 500,000 local residents.

There are currently plans to transport the museum closer to the vicinity of the Giza Pyramids and rename it the Grand Egyptian Museum.

The Coptic Museum
In Old Cairo, the home of Cairo’s Coptic Christian community, you can see the Coptic Museum. First opened in 1908,  most of what you’ll see are on Coptic art and relics dating back to Late Antiquity , which stemmed from the late Roman Empire and to the Islamic conquests. Visitors noted the unique architecture of the building making it an interesting sight to see   with its detailed wooden screens called “mashrabiyya.”

Other Museums
Other museums of interest include the Gayer-Anderson Museum, a collection of war antiquities, the Ethnological Museum, which has various costumes and village crafts, the National Geographic Society Museum and the Manial Palace Museum, built by Prince Mohamed Ali.

There are many museums worth visiting in Cairo, as this is a long-surviving city that has been reworked for tourism. Come and see animportant part of human history.

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