10 Reasons Why You Should Visit Egypt

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When choosing a place for your vacation, you need to put a few things in mind; a place where you can relax, enjoy yourself and experiment new things you wouldn’t normally come across in your own country. That being said, Egypt is a very rich country when it comes to culture, sightseeing and various aspects you’ll experiment during your visit. The following are some of the reasons, why you should definitely pay Egypt a visit before the end of 2011.

1. The People : Every nation has something special about them and while we don’t like to stereotype, but Egyptians are known for a few lovely characteristics. Their sense of humor, has been witnessed by many people, even during the revolution, you would find the funniest slogans representing their objections. Truthful, cheerful, great hospitality and always there to lend a helping hand. And if you ask us, the characteristics of a countries’ nation is always a plus to make your vacation unforgettable.

2. Sightseeing : If we start to point out the beautiful places and monuments you can visit in Egypt, it’ll be such a long list. Starting off with Cairo, the largest city in the Middle East and Africa, it’s the place where you can enjoy the mix of modern versus ancient (Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, Sakkara, Nile Cruises or Old Cairo).

- Alexandria is also full of great surprises and you’re in for a treat if you visit it during the summer, as it’s the hotspot and especially when you travel a few miles further to the North Coast.

- You can experience the breath-taking cities such as Sharm El Sheikh and Hurghada for sun, sea and sand; in other words the ultimate relaxation trip. Water sports such as diving, snorkeling and windsurfing are a hit there. Diving is of course a must especially in Hurghada due to the very rare colored coral reefs that amaze divers.

- Next up are Luxor and Aswan, which are certainly our favorites. Luxor is considered by some to be the world's largest open-air museum with the most famous spots such as Karnak, Luxor Temples and the Valley of the Kings & Queens. The best time to visit Aswan is during the winter, where you can enjoy the Nubian Museum, Queen Hatshepsut's unfinished Obellisk and Elephantine Island. The oriental food there is definitely worth mentioning.

3. Fashion : While Egyptians might not see this or admit it at least, but we do have a lot of places for extremely unique shopping. Whether you’re looking for high-end pieces, up and coming designers inspired by their lovely Middle Eastern culture or unique jewellery, you’ll certainly find what you’re looking for. Khan el Khalili is the perfect place to enjoy the Middle Eastern blend, buy gifts, jewellery and costumes, while experiencing the oriental atmosphere. Azza Fahmy is also one of Egypt's stars worldwide, with her exquisite jewellery. As for the high end Boutiques, we strongly recommend you pay the First Mall a visit or hit Hip Boutique, Lalloushi, Villa Babushka, Amuse and Mounaya. And as for the unique designers, we can’t help but mention Amina Khalil, El Horreya, Boho Sharky, Shibshibi, Nihal Basha, Karma, Nuniz, Baheya, Nazeeka and the list goes on, but the main point is, they are all extremely talented and you’ll be getting your hands on very unique finds. Make sure to drop us a note if you need help or direction when you’re in Cairo.

4. Atmosphere : All we can say about the current atmosphere in Egypt is how priceless it is. It’s amazing how energetic, cheerful and optimistic everyone is. From young people cleaning the streets, everyone cheering and working like never before. How can you miss such a spirit on the streets?

5. Food: We’re actually among the people who love good and delicious food, and we’re sure there are a lot of people out there just like us. While Italy has their pastas and pizzas, we do have our own delicious food too. Have you ever tried Koshary, Kebab and Kofta, Sambousak, Molokheya and Rice Pudding? These are all many people’s favorites, not only in Egypt but also worldwide, so you must imagine how delicious and mouth-watering they are.

6. The view : Imagine you’re staying in a hotel with a Nile view, you’re enjoying your cup of tea in the early mornings and just staring at this incredible scene. We’re not making this up, we have been told by many of our friends abroad, how unforgettable that sight was for them when they visited Egypt. If your hotel isn’t near the Nile, make sure to walk past “Qasr El Nile” Bridge, which is right beside the world famous Tahrir Square.

7. Culture : As you know Egypt has approx. seven thousand years of recorded history, culture and civilization. It's the land where art meets history and stunning places. Mentioning culture, we definitely can’t forget theater, movies and amazing poets, who are pretty popular in the Middle East.
 
8. Weather : Egypt’s a sunny place around the year. It rarely rains in the winter and you’ll always find perfect weather at one of Egypt’s cities.

9. The Walk: Have you ever heard of the perfect walk? Try walking from “Qasr El Nile” Bridge to Tahrir Square, then all the way to the old Opera Square (downtown) and Abdeen Palace. Let us know how you feel afterwards, because we personally were swept off our feet.

10. Diversity of places : Are you a person who enjoys relaxation or do you prefer a crowded full of life place ?! Egypt certainly knows how to combine between a lot of aspects; a glamorous nightlife, oriental places, Nile cruises or the ultimate getaways.

- With all that being said, if you have an Egyptian friend, make sure to ask him to help you organize your trip. We’re certain they’ll be all more than happy to get you the best offers and advice on where to go and what to visit. If you don’t have an Egyptian friend, make sure to drop us an email at " info@Egyptouring.com " and Egyptouring’s Team in Egypt will make sure to help direct you to the right place.

The event sun passes over the statue of Ramses

Celebrated thousands of tourists Sun passes over the face of the king Ramses II a unique phenomenon in Abu Simbel temple''''south of Aswan, in the festive atmosphere of mystery, magic degrading Pharaonic impressive.
The number of tourists who came from all over the world to witness this event is about 5 thousands of tourists gathered around the temple and they fastened their eyes on the screens located outside established by the Supreme Council of Antiquities.

A Global event for the sun passes over the face of a statue of King #Ramses II at Abu Simbel temple, A rare astronomical phenomenon, which is repeated twice a year, on 22 October and 22 February, coinciding with the onset of agriculture in ancient Egypt, but Tamayora on his face Vetoakp in February with the beginning of the harvest season.

He stressed that what was known about the phenomenon of the sun passes occur on the day of the birth of the king and his coronation day is the''command has no scientific basis'', pointing out that there was no record of birth in ancient  Egypt.

The director raised the  Abu Simbel temples of Nubia The Egyptologist Scottish specialist in the study of the age of Ramses II, said that on the coronation of King falls on the eighteenth of June, The phenomenon of the sun passes in the temple of  Abu Simbel is associated with the legend of Nubian celebrated by the Nubians even today.

Remember the legend that displays her Nubian researcher Abul Qasim Muhammad Hashim The sun is out of the''softening''in the eastern side of the River Nile, southern hill is called the''sense''Mchakil end the sun and the northern hill and similar so-called''hard work''meaning stone sun . Legend says that the sun is down through these Altlin in the Holy of Holies in what Nubians''Sun celebrate the marriage of the beautiful  Nubian queen Nefertari of King  Ramses II''.

The event sun passes over the statue of Ramses were taking place on 21 October and February 21 before 1964 and after the transfer of the Temple of Abu Simbel from its old to its current location within the project to save the monuments of Nubia has become the incident is repeated on 22 October and Feb. 22 and to change the latitude and longitude after the transfer of temple 120 meters west and 60 meters high.

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Marsa Alam

Marsa Alam has become, since the opening of the international airport in 2001, from the Red Sea more cities
Marsa Alam reefs - it's like a sweet cherry on the top of the cake. A great variety of these amazing marine plants will amaze and pretentiousness of any seascape painter.

It is currently seeing fast increasing popularity as a tourist destination and development following the opening of Marsa Alam International Airport in 2001.
Marsa Alam also has some inland attractions, such as the Emerald Mines and the Temple of Seti I at Khanais.

Among the most famous beaches around Marsa Alam is the Abu Dabab beach. In Abu Dabab, turtles are a common sight and it is nearly guaranteed that when diving, one will see at least one turtle. For tourists who seek to see something less typical, there is marine wildlife like sea snakes, crocodilefish and octopuses.
attractive for scuba diving enthusiasts, where the fall in the arms of the sea and the desert. This city combines Western comforts and housing dominated by Bedouin character. Dive sites in Marsa Alam are the most attractive for professional divers because of its coral reefs wonderful addition to dolphins and diverse marine life. A coral reef near the beach an ideal location to enjoy exploring marine life for hours especially for novice divers.

Marsa Alam is a port and the center of marine tourism in the south of the Red Sea Governorate, Egypt. Away from the city of Hurghada, about 280 kilometers away from the city of Safaga about 220 kilometers and is considered a major center for fishing and diving, cruises and there are some stunning coral reefs and several marine protected areas.

Entertainment in Egypt

Whether you're traveling alone, with your significant other, friends or with your children, there's plenty of entertainment in Egypt to enjoy in your free time. During day time you can explore the beautiful gardens and parks of Egypt's major cities, such as the Montazah Gardens in Alexandria and Al-Azhar Park in Cairo, or take a stroll down the Nile banks in all of Egypt's Nile Valley destinations before stopping for lunch or dinner at one of the charming floating restaurants. You can also try felucca sailing to experience the traditional way of travelling along the Nile.

Shopping is also one of the most accessible options to fill in gaps on your holiday schedule. You'll find anything you're looking for in traditional souks, modern shopping malls and exclusive boutiques. You'll find plenty of cinemas in Cairo and other major cities. You can also take your children to a theme park or let them discover more about Ancient Egypt at the Pharaonic Village in Cairo.
And when the sun goes down, it's time for you to dress up and explore bars, nightclubs and lounges in Egypt's top inland destinations, go for a crazy yacht party cruise on the Red Sea or indulge in a scrumptious dinner with live entertainment aboard one of the Nile dinner cruisers.
A good idea would also be to check the local events calendar at your hotel to plan a movie night out or catch an interesting spectacle at one of the towns' theaters or opera house. One thing you must visit while in Cairo is the Opera House. The vibrant Egyptian cultural scene is constantly bursting with art exhibitions, cultural events, festivals and international musical performances.
Entertainment in Egypt comes in many flavors, find out about the different possibilities in our list of attractions.