Go here if you want to see treasures of Tutankhamun, remains of Ramses III, mummy of Queen Hatshepsut, many other mummified pharaohs, and an impressive collection of papyrus and coins.
During Ramadan there are great parties that happen there and close to it there's an awesome garden called El Azhar Garden.
Even You are Muslim, Try to Light a candle .. Try this feeling !
A must see museum in Cairo if you have the extra time. Ok its not the Cairo museum, the Arab quarter, the Pyramids, but it does give you a lovely view of an important stage in the emergence of our m
The rare manuscripts of the Quran and a gold inlaid key to the door of the Ka'aba are amazin. Visitors can also see an old gold coin dating to the year 697! Read more.
Haven of peace!! A real place of simplicity but yet impressive! Astonishing view from the spiral minaret over Islamic Cairo district! An absolute gem! Not to be missed!
Close to the main sights in Coptic Cairo this modern Souq has a range of handicraft stores and a restaurant.
The only round church in Egypt, dedicated to Saint George (Mar Girgis) was built in 1904 after a fire destroyed the 10th century original, which had been built on top of a Roman tower.
It is soooooo worth seeing & asking the curator for some info & about the haramlek secret room ;))
The new lighting system has truly modernized and made it a welcomed addition to Cairo's skyline!
a Stunning place, a vast open space lying in the bosom of the hills, with dramatic colored carvings all over the mountain. Carvings were done by a Polish Artist , representing stories from the Bible.
Traditional music concerts are held every Friday and Sunday at 7:00 PM, but show up a bit earlier to reserve a seat as it's free!
Also known as Pink marble palace,was designed & constructed in 1899 by Antonio Lasciac, Said Halim an Ottoman statesman & the grandson of Mohammed Ali, all materials for the palace imported from Rome.
This beautiful Romanesque/Florentine church of Saint Joseph was built by architect Aristide Leonori in 1909 serving Roman Catholics.Service is still conducted in church in Italian, French and Arabic.
an old sycamore tree in Mataria that has been attracting thousands of pilgrims each Christmas, it's called the "Virgin's Tree". that have offered shelter for the Holy Family during their stay here.
Known as the oldest university in the world, this is the first place where Islamic scholarship thrived. One of the most impressive sites is the courtyard, which has been around since the 10th century.
Awesome place to visit : 1st Floor: Pharaonic time. 2nd Floor: Graeco-Roman time. 3rd Floor: Coptic, Islamic and Modern eras.
An alternative to sitting in Cairo traffic From Maadi To Shubra passing by Zamalek, Agouza, Tahrir, Garden City, Giza, Nile City { Prices : from 10 to 30 L.E }
You must go on a Felucca on the Nile. I can recommend Captain Chilex ( Ahmed) boat and his staff.
Take the camel to near the top. Less than £10 great experience. Then walk down. The best of both worlds
The busiest and most Exciting place in all of Sharm, this is where the nightlife and the famous Pacha club are located. Just be ready for a lot of haggling and annoying people.
Gorgeous reefs with lovely scenery underwater, perfect for snorkeling. Be aware if there are winds, soft sands strike the body like bullets.
The best places to dive: isl. Tiran & Ras-Mahamed. You may see tortles and dolphines over there
Bargain as much as your skills allow. The prices can be brought down by 50%!
Aqua park in Aqua blu hotel is the best in Sharm el sheikh so far. The activity is available every day from 11 am to 4 pm, lunch is included! It is a water paradise for young children! Read more.
If you do end up in one of the resort rooms as oppose the Main hotel, insist on moving and pay the upgrade - its only $20 per night per room (not person).
Great reef. Food is okay - you might want to try the BBQ (right-hand side, same level as main restaurant) for Köfte and chicken. It's also free and not as crowded. Service is good if you give tip.
Must see the right wings to see the original carvings on the wall..
To see Tutankhamon's tumb you have to pay an extra of 100 Egyptian pounds at the ticket post, they don't accept any other currencies but theirs, so make sure you have enough EPs
Make sure you get to see the open museum, easily missed. Especially if you are on a guided tour.
The twin temples were originally carved out of the mountainside during the reign of Pharaoh Ramesses II in the 13th century BC, as a lasting monument to himself and his queen
Check out the new exhibit with 24 recently excavated statues of gods and pharaohs, some of them life size. Many are in perfect condition - you'd never guess they were over three millennia old!
Tutankhamun was buried in a tomb that was small relative to his status.His death may occurred unexpectedly,before the completion of a grander royal tomb,his mummy was buried in a someone else tomb
Madinat Habu was known as Djanet and according to ancient belief was the place were Amun first appeared. Later Rameses III constructed his larger memorial temple on the site.
Awesome place , there is awesome tomb >> Nerfertari tomb !!! Its amazing coloures !!! Unbelivable !! U must visite it ,, ;))
Take time to do as may tombs as possible as all worth it for the radiant colors alone! Sennefer is my fav along with Benu and Ramose. Take change with you as tipping is expected. prices 15 to 35le
Abu Simbel es un complejo de dos templos excavados en la roca, uno dedicado a Ramses II y otro a Nefertari, su primera esposa y su predilecta.
Excellent and well laid out. Passes as wheelchair accessible - possibly the only place in Aswan that does. No accessible loo though.
Great place. Colours still visible. Come in the morning to see the light shine through the high windows like beams.
An amazing place to visit. I suggest to go in the afternoon when it is less crowded. I was lucky enough to be the only visitor present for almost 20 minutes and took great pictures outside the temple.
O local é fantastico, e o melhor de tudo é que os vendedores não são tão chatos e insistentes como nos demais templos.
The island was used by the Nubians to settle in it and they called it Jet Narty. In 1899 lord Kitchener take the island to be a place where his campaign rest, call it the lord's house.
This area, sacred to Osiris,was a powerful location to those who believed in the next world. The ancient Egyptians said that at sunset,the area looked like a golden staircase leading to the afterlife
The temple is back to the roman times,was dedicated to Nubian god Mandoulis,dates back to time of roman emperor Augustus,later other emperor contributed for the construction,such as kaligula & Trjan
Seboua meaning in Arabic "lions" as it has an avenue of sphinxes at its entrance. temple have been rescued and relocated 4 km north from its original location to escape the rising water of Lake Nasser
built by Darius for the fertility god Amun, is the largest Persian temples that was built in Egypt. Constructed of limestone around the 6th century BC,scheduled to be moved due to groundwater problems
Avoid it in Weekend specially Friday ...I love siting in Alain Le Notre the outdoor serving space :)
