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Top 10 attractions of Egypt are:
1. PYRAMIDS
There are more than 80 pyramids in Egypt which were built mostly between 2600 BC and 1500 BC and all are located near to the Nile River.After the leader died (or other important royal figures like queens), their bodies were wrapped and preserved as a mummy, and placed in the Pyramid. The most popular pyramids are the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx: An estimated 20,000 to 30,000 workers built the Pyramids at Giza over 80 years. Giza also has the largest pyramid also known as "Great Pyramid" which rises an amazing 481 feet.
2. CAIRO
Cairo is the capital of Egypt. If you really want to immerse yourself in Egyptian culture, it would be best for you to go to the capital city, Cairo. The place is swarming with bazaars and restaurants where you can buy your flavor of Egyptian culture. It's surely not a place to miss.Popular attractions of Cairo include:
a) Khan al-Khalili market: Khan al-Khalili is one of the biggest markets in the world which attracts both locals and international tourists. This is a great location but exotic scent bottles, Arabic clothing and other souvenir.
b) Egyptian Museum of Antiquities: It has over hundred thousand artifacts in 107 halls. The most popular attraction is the Tutankhamun Gallery.
c) Other attractions are Pyramids of Giza (mentioned above) and Old Cairo.
3. ABU SIMBEL
Abu Simbel was impressed out of sandstone cliffs high above the River Nile. The most famous attraction is the four colossal 20m-high statues of Ramses II guarding the entrance. When the waters of Lake Nasser to rise, UNESCO relocated them to a big land between 1964 and 1968. These two temples were built by Pharaoh Ramesses II to celebrate himself and his wife, Nefertari. It's an out of this world, and its temples are hailed as one of the most attractive in Egypt. What's even more interesting about the Abu Simbel is the amount of exertion put into relocating and preserving it.
4. KARNAK TEMPLES
What better technique to experience ancient Egypt than to visit the very place where they worshipped their gods. The Temples of Karnak is the biggest place for Egyptian devotion. It has a memorial to just about every god in the Theban religion. It is a tremendous complex comprising of three main temples and many smaller ones, most famous among them is the Temple of Amun. It is expected that they were built in a time span of 1300 years.
5. LUXOR TEMPLE
The Luxor temple is really a number of buildings (temples) that have been joined to one big temple, much like we find at Karnak. Luxor temple is committed to three ancient gods, where the leading god is Amun. This was a festival temple, where people gathered to celebrate the passing of one year and the coming of a new year. There are many things about this temple which are rarely spoken of; one of these attractive things is about the temples construction and its walls. In the most sacred rooms, which are the chambers located at the back of the temple, you will find odd spots everywhere, but only in there. These spots are from Bat's, which fly around at night.The modern town of Luxor is the site of the famous city of Thebes, (or the city of a hundred gates). A row of sphinxes line the entrance to Karnak Temple. The most famous section of these temples is a huge all called the Great Hypostyle Hall.
6. SIWA OASIS
The Siwa Oasis, located near Cairo, is known for its dates and olives. It has also been recognized as one of the most beautiful places in Egypt. The Siwa Oasis differs from most of the relax of Egypt as it has its own Siwan culture different from the mainstream Arabic culture. The area is also famous for its numerous hot springs, which are said to have healing properties. The Siwa Oasis is famous for its dates and olives, and is one of the most attractive landscapes and springs in Egypt. It was the most unreachable oasis until newly. It lies 60 feed below sea level.
7. NUBIAN MUSEUM OF ASWAN
The Nubia Museum harbor is the history of the "Land of Gold" as the word Nubia in the Hieroglyphic, language of very old Egypt in which graphic symbols is used to stand for meaning and sounds, means the "Land of Gold"...Hence, this land, over times, was abounding in important treasures. The Nubia Museum, in Aswan, as a matter of truth, is deemed to be one of the most important Egyptian museums. A number of factors have joint together, yielding the grandeur of such museum, as it is the only unique open museum of its kind.It is planned to house the fantastic collection items unearthed from the archaeological excavations during the Nubia Campaign.
8. VALLEY OF THE KINGS
The Valley of the Kings is also referred to as the Valley of the Gates of the Kings and is really a valley that is located in Egypt on the West Bank of the River Nile in Thebes. This valley lies at the site where for some 500 years that is from the 16th century to the 11th century BC, the tombs were built for the Pharaohs as well as for the powerful nobles of the New Kingdom. You will be amazed by seeing the Twentieth Dynasties of the Ancient Egypt. The valley lies on the west bank of Nile that is opposite Thebes and is the site that is set within the heart of Theban Necropolis. There are total two valleys, which is known as Wadi and the two valleys are - East Valley, where most of the royal tombs could be found; and the West Valley.There are 62 tombs in the valley. It has two components - the East Valley and the West Valley. It is the East Valley which most tourists visit and in which most of the tombs of the New Kingdom Pharaohs can be found.
9. ALEXANDRIA
Alexandria is not missing in cultural attractions: the Citadel of Qaitbay, for instance, is a gorgeous structure which was erected to care for the city from crusaders who came by sea to attack Alexandria. The views are outstanding. Visit the Museum of Fine Arts, feel free to gawk at the Royal Jewelry Museum, or embark on a scenic cruise of the Nile. You will find yourself floating backwards in time as you travel from the contemporary buildings of Alexandria to ancient villages and ruins.Best places to see are - Pompey's Pillar, Bibliotheca Alexandria, Alexandria National Museum, King Farouk Palace and the Roman Amphitheater.
10. SHARM EL SHEIKH
Sharm El-Sheikh - is another attractive city of Egypt situated on the southern end of Sinai Peninsula. This place is considered as one of the most unique pitching spots in the world. Your eyes will get tantalize due to crystal clear water and white sandy beaches during your tour to Sharm El Sheikh.Sharm El Sheikh is categorized into three regions viz. Na'ama Bay, Ras Um Sid Cliff and Sharm El Maya. As it is one of the most perfect diving spots, several private companies are undertaking diving courses at all levels offering you a great opportunity to learn diving.Best places to see are - Sinai Mountain, Na'ama Bay, Tiran Island, Terrazzina Beach and White Lagoon.
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