Egypt Suggested Trips
Fly into Cairo, then head to the Giza Plateau, home of of theGreat Pyramids. Visit to the valley temple facing the great sphinx, go to the Museum of Egyptian Antiques that was built in neo-classical style designed by the French architect Marcel Dourgnon which exhibits collection that now exceeds over 120000 masterpieces ranges from pre-dynastic era, Pharaonic era to the Greco-roman period in Egypt.
Visit the Christian heritage in Coptic Cairo including some of the early religious monuments of the city such as the hanging church or the suspended church this basilica church was named for its location on top of the south gate of the Fortress of Babylon the church became the center of the Christian Church of Egypt.
Go shopping at the Khan El Khalili famous Bazaar and old market in Cairo.
Visit the Christian heritage in Coptic Cairo including some of the early religious monuments of the city such as the hanging church or the suspended church this basilica church was named for its location on top of the south gate of the Fortress of Babylon the church became the center of the Christian Church of Egypt.
Go shopping at the Khan El Khalili famous Bazaar and old market in Cairo.
Last edited Dec 15, 09 11:37 AM. Contributors: Contributors: Memphis T.
Travel Tips for Suggested Trips in Egypt
Al Jizah, Cairo & Surrounding Region, Egypt
Gizah, or Giza or however you want to spell it is one of the oldest tourist destinations in the world. Home of the Great Pyramids of Giza. When I visited, I went in the late afternoon (mostly because we couldn't get directions...no one seemed to know where the pyramids were and how to get to them), but the setting sun was amazing against the pyramids. Taxis are overflowing as are souvenir shops. They're selling exactly what you're looking for. Don't believe me? Just ask them and they'll tell you the same thing.
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Alexandria, Mediterranean Coast, Egypt
Some people think Alex doesn't live up to its past. No more pharos, tomb of Alexander, or even the multi-cultured feel the place had up until the 1950s. But, there is enough of the old Alex for the place to be relaxing and charming (especially compared to Cairo). The corniche area from the Fort to the new library is lovely to walk down. The Cecil hotel in the main square still has colonial charm and there are some lovely restaurants and cafes in this area. The Roman catacombs are also worth a visit.
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Alexandria, Mediterranean Coast, Egypt
The Famous House Of The Writer K.Kavafis Surely Worths A Visit.
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Alexandria, Mediterranean Coast, Egypt
A visit to Alexandria is not complete without a visit to the Catacombs of Kom Ash-Shuqqafa. Open from 9am to 4pm cost is about 12 Egyptian Pound. Well worth it. Booking is not required but more information can be obtained on 484 5800. Cameras are not permitted and bags need to be left at the ticket counter while you descend into the unknown.
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Aswan, Nile Valley, Egypt
Activities, to go see the Aswan Dam that has created the largest man-made lake in the world. It is easy to get to by taxi.
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