Egypt is known for its broad, sandy beaches that slope gently into the sea. The beaches stretch for kilometers and are conducive to water sports (windsurfing, kitesurfing) and long, evening walks. In this article you will know about the best tourist places in Egypt.
High temperatures in coastal towns are softened by a cool wind blowing from the sea, which is why all year round there are perfect conditions for relaxation and sea bathing – therefore lovers of luxury who can indulge in “sweet laziness” in exclusive hotels and on golden beaches will not be disappointed, as well as tourists who like lively local bars and discos.
What To See Tourist Places In Egypt?
Cairo
Cairo is the largest city and the capital of Egypt. It is one of the best Tourist Places in Egypt. It is inhabited by over 6.5 million people, because the city is huge and in Africa it is called the “Mother of the World” or “City of a thousand minarets”. Cairo lies on both sides of the Nile, which has been considered the river of life since antiquity. On the eastern bank of the river lies the oldest district of Cairo and this is where the greatest number of old monuments are located.
The western districts, on the other hand, were built in the 19th century according to Western European patterns and are characterized by wide avenues, greenery and open spaces. Most offices and government buildings are located here. In Cairo, it is worth visiting the Museum of Antiquities, the Great Alabaster Mosque, the Cairo Citadel and the old-Christian Coptic Quarter. There is also Giza on the left bank of the Nile which is a must visit place
The Pyramids Of Giza
Egypt is the land of the pyramids, or the ancient tombs of the pharaohs, belonging to one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. They rise not only in the vicinity of Cairo, but also in the south, e.g. in al-Kola. The most famous and the biggest of them stand not far from the capital city of Giza.
There are always plenty of tourist places in their vicinity. The interior of the Great Pyramid of Cheops, which consists of more than 2 million stone blocks, can be visited after purchasing a ticket. Next to it there is a slightly smaller Pyramid of Khafre and next to it the smallest Pyramid of Mykerinos. At a distance of 300 meters from the Pyramid of Khafre, there is the Great Sphinx, i.e. a huge lion carved in the rock with a human head.
North Saqqara
Saqqara is the oldest and historically most important part of the Memphis necropolis. For centuries, sacred animals, dignitaries, queens and rulers have been buried here. Many tourists visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser in Saqqara, which experts consider more interesting than those in Giza.
Its innovation concerns not only the shape, but also the material from which it is made. Until the times of Djoser, the pharaohs were buried in buildings in the shape of a mud-brick bench. Djoser was the first Egyptian ruler to break with centuries of tradition.
Aswan
Aswan is the southernmost city of Egypt located on the most picturesque stretch of the Nile. It is worth visiting the dam and Lake Nasser, also the islands of Philae and Elefanta, it is here that the temple of Isis is located. In addition, there is an Egyptian perfumery here, which you can visit, but also buy fragrant souvenirs.
Abu Simbel
Abu Simbel is located on the Nile, near Aswan. There are two temples in Abu Simbel that were erected by Ramses II in the 12th century BC with huge monuments to the gods that were to show the visitors from Nubia the immense power of Egypt.
