What are the recommended attractions in Egypt?

Egypt is a country with a long history. Everyone knows that the most famous attraction in Egypt is the pyramids. Their pyramids were the tombs of emperors. So today, let’s take a look at some tourist attractions in Egypt.

1. The Pyramids

As the most famous attraction in Egypt, what is the difference between going to Egypt without seeing the pyramids and not going to Egypt?

Among the many pyramids in Egypt, the Pyramid of Khufu is the largest. The tower is 146.59 meters high. Due to long-term weathering, the top has peeled off 10 meters. It is now 136.5 meters tall, equivalent to a 40-storey building. The Pyramid of Khufu is one of the Seven Wonders of the World and is located in Giza, about 10 kilometers southwest of Cairo. The Sphinx next to it is also full of mysteries. When you arrive at the site, you can admire its grandeur and wonder.

2. Luxor

Egyptians often say, "If you haven't been to Luxor, you haven't been to Egypt." Luxor is an ancient Egyptian city located on the east bank of the Nile River in the south, about 200 kilometers south of Aswan. Luxor was called TABE in ancient Egypt and was part of Thebes, the capital of ancient Egypt. As a result of the chaos, most of the cultural monuments in Thebes, ancient Egypt, were destroyed. The well-preserved ones now include the famous Luxor Temple, the Karnak Temple complex, the tombs of the pharaohs and their queens located on the slopes of the west bank of the Nile, and the Mahali Temple built 4,000 years ago. These are some of the most precious pieces of ancient Egyptian art in the world. Now it has become a famous tourist city, and the entire city is an open-air museum.

3. Cairo

Cairo is the capital of Egypt, the largest city in Africa and the Arab world, and the political, economic, cultural and transportation center of the entire Middle East. When we think of Cairo, Egypt, we think of the Pyramids, one of the seven wonders of the world. Besides the pyramids, what else is there in Cairo?

Cairo’s famous Our Lady Church, also known as the Hanging Church, is located in the Old City. The name comes from the fact that it was built on two towers of a Roman castle. The two towers are covered with palm trunks and a layer of stone that forms the floor of the church. Because you have to climb 29 steps to enter the church, early travelers in Cairo nicknamed it the "Staircase Church."

In addition to the Church of the Virgin Mary, Cairo also has the Egyptian Museum, the most famous and largest museum of ancient Egyptian artifacts in the world. The museum collects more than 300,000 statues, paintings, gold and silver vessels, jewelry, handicrafts, coffins, stone tablets, papyrus documents, etc. From prehistoric times in ancient Egypt to Greece and Rome. Most of the exhibits are over 3,000 years old. The various cultural relics in the museum take you back to the ancient Egyptian era in an instant.

4. Aswan

Aswan, located on the east bank of the Nile River, is a city in southern Egypt. It is one of the driest places in the world and is also a famous tourist city and trade center.

A famous attraction is the Temple of Philae, which is included in the World Heritage List as part of the "Nubian Ruins from Abu Simbel to Philae" project. There’s also the Aswan High Dam, the world’s leading dam. Its construction prevented the regular flooding of the Nile River for thousands of years, forming the world's largest man-made barrier lake - Lake Nasser, which stretches from Aswan, Egypt to Sudan, with a length of more than 500 kilometers. Brought abundant electricity to Egypt. The Aswan High Dam is a spectacular sight on the Nile River. If the pyramids and temples are the wonders of ancient Egypt, then the Aswan High Dam is the pride of modern Egypt.

5. Alexandria

Alexandria, Egypt, Egypt's largest seaport and second largest city, is known as the "Pearl of the Mediterranean".

There are no mountains in Alexandria, but there are nearly 30 kilometers of coastline. There are countless beaches and beach bars along the coastline, coupled with the Mediterranean climate, it is like spring all year round, attracting millions of tourists every year.

The Pillar of Pompeii is a solitary stone pillar that stands on the ruins of the Temple of Serapis in Alexandria, the ancient capital of Egypt. Now it has become a landmark of the city.

6. Dahab

Daba is known as the most beautiful Red Sea town and a famous diving resort. In this small town, backpackers from far and wide can be seen everywhere, and the diving industry has boosted the tourism industry here.

Of course, it is also suitable to live here for a period of time, live a relaxed and comfortable life, and enjoy the slow pace of time.

7. Siwa Oasis

Siwa Oasis is an oasis located in the western desert of Egypt and is known as the "Paradise in the Desert". There are all kinds of greenery and amazing desert hot springs. There are not many tourists here, almost all are locals who have lived here for generations. You can experience the life of desert oasis people up close.

The entire city is located in a depression 20-30 meters below the sea surface in the northwest. There were temples and dolmens both in Ptolemaic and Roman times. The fertile oasis has about 200 springs and thousands of olive and date palm trees. Olives and dates are the main sources of income.

8. Hurghada

Helga is known as the "Capital of the Red Sea". The entire city appears as a narrow strip of land along the Red Sea coast. Bright sunshine, soft sandy beaches, green date palm trees, and gorgeous blue sea water are all exquisite gifts from nature. For Egyptians and tourists from all over the world who love sun, sea and diving, Hurghada is undoubtedly the most ideal tourist destination.

To the west of Heda is the Eastern Sahara Desert. The spectacular desert scenery and charming desert customs are breathtaking. To the east is the magnificent Red Sea. In Hurghada, you can enjoy both crystal clear waters and beautiful desert landscapes. The experience of being half sea and half desert is truly impressive.

9. Black and White Desert

The Black and White Desert of Egypt, located on the west bank of the Nile River, is part of the vast desert of "North Africa". The Black Desert is named after the black particles scattered after volcanic eruptions, while the White Desert is formed from the weathered white limestone of the sand sea. The Black and White Desert is a 5-hour drive from Cairo. Desert sunset, camping, barbecue, fox, bonfire, starry sky, how can a trip to Egypt be without a black and white desert trip to experience the uncanny workmanship of nature?

As for the Black and White Desert Tour, since foreigners are not allowed to drive to the Baharia Oasis by themselves, they can only rent a car and ask a driver to pick them up in Cairo.

10. Mount Sinai

Mount Sinai is a famous holy mountain. It is the place where Moses received the Ten Commandments in the story of the Bible, so it is also called "Moses Mountain". The sunrise at Mount Sinai is known as the "most sacred sunrise." It's not easy to see it. You need to get up early and climb steep mountain trails.

There is a form of pilgrimage to Mount Sinai that began in the 6th century: starting from Dahab in the early morning, arriving at the monastery of St. Catherine at the foot of the mountain 1.5 hours later, and starting to climb the holy mountain. The journey up Mount Sinai winds its way up the slopes. The mountain road built in the 19th century is 8 kilometers long and has 3,750 steps. After climbing to the top of the mountain, worship at the temple and watch the sunrise. Due to the high altitude and low temperature at the top of the mountain, be sure to bring enough clothes before setting off. You can also rent a camel for $20 and go hiking.