Unique points of interest in Egypt
Great Sphinx
From the series “The Oldest Surviving Monuments on Earth”
The Great Sphinx of Giza is probably one of the most famous and recognizable ancient monuments in the world. The ones in Giza. The huge statue, which is not far from the Cheops pyramid, attracts hundreds of thousands of tourists and is considered one of the most mysterious buildings in the world. One of Sphinx's main castles is the history of its origins. According to one of the versions, Sphinx was built in honor of Chephren Pharaoh. However, there is no official confirmation of this theory. The exact time of the statue building remains unknown. The scientists believe that it was built 4 000 years ago. With respect to the impressive size of the statue and the complexity of some of its elements, the construction of such an unusual seems more than 4,000 years just incredible. The length … Read all
Pyramid Of Djoser
From the series “The Oldest Surviving Monuments on Earth”
The Djoser Pyramid, located in Sakkara, is the oldest in the world. It is almost 200 years older than the world-famous Cheops pyramid. The crypt for Djoser Pharaoh was built about 6 700 years ago, it consists of six steps and has the height of 62 meters. The building has been preserved for several thousand years. However, since the pyramid was heavily sanded, it was not easy to evaluate its exact parameters. The length of the sides from the rectangular base of the pyramid is about 121 and 109 meters. The first step pyramid in the world was built by Imhotep, the High Priest, and has a unique peculiarity. In contrast to the other pyramids, their construction contains a deep vertical pit with the dome-shaped covering, the exact purpose of which still remains unknown. In the research of the … Read all
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Thailand Relaxes Its COVID-19 Policy
New Year events in Thailand are likely to bring more people this year because everyone is tired of lockdowns and craving normal life. Many tourists, who book hotels in Pattaya, Krabi, or Phuket for the holiday season, also want to participate. As champagne has become an essential drink for New Year celebrations, the question regarding alcohol consumption comes to mind. The government allowed serving alcoholic drinks during the New Year countdown but only open-air cafes and restaurants with good ventilation will be permitted to do this until 1 am on 1 January 2022. This rule is nationwide.
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19.04.2024
New Year events in Thailand are likely to bring more people this year because everyone is tired of lockdowns and craving normal life. Many tourists, who book hotels in Pattaya, Krabi, or Phuket for the holiday season, also want to participate. As champagne has become an essential drink for New Year celebrations, the question regarding alcohol consumption comes to mind. The government allowed serving alcoholic drinks during the New Year countdown but only open-air cafes and restaurants with good ventilation will be permitted to do this until 1 am on 1 January 2022. This rule is nationwide.
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19.04.2024
Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes in Egypt
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Egypt with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Egypt
This Egypt map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.Maps of cities and regions of Egypt
Luxor
Luxor is a true treasure of Egypt. This ancient city is situated on the right bank of the Nile. Currently, this is a major center of archaeology. No other city in the world has so many landmarks of the ancient world as Luxor. That is why there is nothing strange in the fact that buses bring countless tourists from all Egyptian resorts to Luxor every year. This once again proves the status of the “treasure of the Nile”. Even scorching sun doesn’t stop tourists who are eager to see the … Read more 
Cairo
For all who like to walk in picturesque places, it will be interesting to visit the El Tahrir Garden. Its main attractive feature is the variety of sculptures; all of them are made by local craftsmen and are a true reflection of the national culture. In combination with beautiful landscapes, the sculptures look simply unrepeatable. In Cairo is the world-famous Blue Mosque. It is open to adherents of absolutely all religions. The mosque is very large and has a luxurious decoration. Beautiful … Read more
Sharm el-Sheikh
Trips to Tiran are very popular with nature admirers. The island is desert and distinguished by its admirable natural beauties. On the territory of the island, there are interesting hiking routes, so you can see exotic plants and animals that even don’t afraid of people at all. Near the island, there are four coral reefs, so divers really love vacationing here. Another popular attraction is St. George’s Church that houses a lot of precious artifacts. The main value of the church is … Read more
Dahab
Are you dreaming of a peaceful vacation at the seaside? Make your choice in favor of the gorgeous resort town of Dahab. This is truly an oasis of calmness, harmony, and serenity. The resort is conventionally divided into two main parts: the tourist part that has a choice of comfortable hotels and a Bedouin village. The latter part of the town is particularly popular with foreign guests who are on a tight budget. There are many cozy restaurants with a range of national delicacies here. … Read more
Hurghada
In Hurghada, there are a lot of interesting places for walks. In the district of Sahl Hasheesh, you can stroll along the Walk of Colored Fountains. It is more interesting to walk here in the evening when the alley is decorated with magnificent artistic lights and fountains are accompanied by music. The picturesque alley is the most romantic place in the city. There are a lot of popular hotels and restaurants near it. You can take an exciting trip to the local Bedouin settlement that is … Read more
Alexandria
The unique character of the city is the Library of Alexandria; this ancient library was founded by Alexander the Great himself. Today the library is a huge cultural complex, it features more than 8 million books, many of which are unique. More in this library has several exhibition halls and art galleries, which hold regular exciting events. This cultural centre is largely focused on tourists; they are offered an extensive program. Those who look for an interesting place to walk, should … Read more
Safaga
The Egyptian town of Safaga is located sixty kilometers from Hurghada. This lovely settlement has one major advantage that makes it truly attractive to tourists. Safaga has many excellent beaches that are not crowded unlike many other popular resorts in the world. The town goes to sleep in the evening, so Safaga is not the best choice for vacationers who are keen on active nightlife. As a rule, there are always many fans of windsurfing among guests of this Egyptian resort. Additionally, Safaga … Read more
Marsa Alam
Once a small village, Marsa Alam is nowadays a truly beautiful resort that becomes even more attractive and comfortable year after year. New four- and five-star hotels open here in order to welcome more foreign guests. This Egyptian resort is particularly popular with fans of scuba diving. Divers from all over the world try to visit Marsa Alam to see the treasures of the underwater world hidden in the depths of turquoise water. Are you a fan of little crowded beaches and relaxed recreation away … Read more
