Egypt is in northern Africa and is among the largest tourist destination in the world. No other country is even more so in Egypt, when it comes to the number of impressive monuments, activities and historical attractions. Over ninety percent of all Egyptian attractions are lined up along the Nile. Many places can be visited by a cruise on the Nile river (besides road and air). Because it is a popular tourist destination in Egypt dealsextensive facilities for tourists.
Top 10 attractions in Egypt are:
1. Pyramids: There are more than 80 pyramids in Egypt, mostly between 2600 BC and 1500 BC, and everything that is close to the Nile was built. After the death of the sovereign (or other prominent royal figures like queens), their bodies were wrapped and preserved as a mummy, and placed in the pyramid. The most famous pyramids are the pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx: It is estimated that 20,00030,000 workers built the pyramids at Giza more than 80 years. Giza is the largest pyramid, known as the "Great Pyramid", which stands an incredible 481 meters.
2. CAIRO: It 'the capital of Egypt. Popular attractions in Cairo are:
a) In the market of Khan Khalili, Khan al-Khalili is one of the largest markets in the world that attracts both local and international tourists. This is a wonderful place, but exotic perfume bottles, clothes and memories of other Arabs.
b) EgyptianMuseum of Antiquities: It 'more than a hundred of thousands of artifacts in 107 halls. The most important attraction is the Tutankhamun Gallery.
c) Other attractions will be the Pyramids of Giza (above) and Old Cairo.
3. Abu Simbel: E 'was derived from the sandstone cliffs above the Nile. The most famous attraction is the 20m four colossal statues of Ramses II high entrance guarded. When the water in Lake Nasser to rise, Unesco, moved to a height between1964 and 1968.
Temple 4.KARNAK: "This is a large complex consisting of three main temples and many children, the most famous of these is the temple of Amon. It is estimated that are built over a period of 1300 years.
5: Luxor Temple: The modern city of Luxor is home to the famous city of Thebes, (or city of a hundred doors). A number of sphinxes line the entrance to the temple of Karnak. The most famous part of this temple is a huge all called the GreatDamrak.
6: Siwa Oasis: The area is famous for its dates and olives, and is one of the most beautiful landscapes and springs in Egypt. It was the most inaccessible oasis until recently. Is 60 feed below sea level.
7: Nubian Museum in Aswan: It 'was designed to house the fantastic collection of objects excavated from the archaeological excavations in Nubia Campaign.
8. Valley of the Kings: The Valley of the Kings is located on West BankNile at Thebes. There are 62 tombs in the valley. Has two components – the East Valley and West Valley. And 'the valley east where most tourists visit and where most of the tombs of the pharaohs of the New Kingdom can be found.
9: Alexandria: the best places to see – Pompey's Pillar, Bibliotheca Alexandria, Alexandria National Museum, King Farouk Palace and the Roman amphitheater.
10: Sharm El Sheikh: Best places to see – Sinai Mountain, Na'amaBay, Titan Iceland, Terrazzina white sand beach and lagoon.
Other attractions include the White Desert in Egypt, Hurghada and felucca on the Nile.
INFORMATION SECURITY: There have been some terrorist attacks reported in Egypt in recent years. Check travel.state.gov for more information. In general, crime in Egypt is low. Visitors should consult with their medical insurance company before you travel. Egypt has a high mortality rate of the substrate, therefore, does not like to drive yourselfunless you feel comfortable.
