Egypt

The Flag Flies Over Cairo
Egypt's origins date back to centuries before BC and one of the compelling reasons to visit this African country is to see the reminders of the civilisation dating back all those years. Its pharaoh's built massive tombs that have fascinated archaeologists and historians for many years. The Nile, which...
cairo pyramids at night
An intriguing mix of traditional and new, Egypt is home to one of the world's oldest civilisations. The areas around the Nile River are steeped in ancient history. There are more than 100 pyramids of different shapes and sizes in Egypt. The tallest and most famous is the Great...
Beaches in Egypt Red Sea day beds

20 Egypt Beaches

With a 3000 km (1864 miles) coastline spread across two seas, Egypt has some of the best beaches in the region. From the sun-drenched beaches of Sharm El Sheikh, the diving beaches of Dahab, and the beautiful beaches of Hurghada on the Red Sea, to the historic beaches of...
what is the best time of year to visit egypt
Over 5,000 years ago, the Pharaohs of the Ancient Egyptians led one of the world's oldest and greatest civilisations. Today, Egypt is considered one of the leading travel destinations on the African continent. If you're wondering about the best time to visit Egypt, there are several things to consider. Egypt...
Egypt landmarks
Seven thousand years of history has endowed Egypt with a treasure trove of the most spectacular landmarks on earth. Egypt's landmarks are impressive to see as a testament to the advanced culture and technology that existed thousands of years ago. From engineering wonders, such as the Great Pyramids, to...
places to visit in Egypt
Ask most people for their memories of Egypt and of course they’ll mention the mummies and Tutankhamen’s mask at the Cairo Museum, the tombs in The Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens or maybe even Nefertiti’s temple. These famous places in Egypt are definitely worth...

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