Kom Ombo Temple – Sobek and Horus
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The temple of Kom Ombo is one of the most beautiful Egyptian temples dating back to the Greco-Roman period. It is located on the east bank as it is perched atop a picturesque bluff alongside the Nile River. The meaning of word “Kom Ombo” Kom Ombo word is divided into two parts. The first part […]
The Temple of Horus at Edfu
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The Temple of Horus at Edfu is considered one of the most beautiful and preserved temples in Egypt dating back to the Greco-Roman period, as its construction started with Ptolemy IV reign. Edfu city was named with Apollopolis Magna, as the Greeks linked between the ancient Egyptian god, Horus, and their Greek god, Apollo. This […]
Sharm El Sheikh and its Museum
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Lately, the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities is caring in opening museums in coastal cities as Sharm El Sheikh Museum and Hurghada Museum for more entertainment for tourists and adding cultural value for this city besides the beach tourism. In Sharm El Sheikh, you can enjoy doing several activities as soak up the sun on […]
Citadel of Qaitbay – Alexandria
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The Citadel of Qaitbay is considered as one of the most important defensive fortresses along the Mediterranean Sea coast. It is located on the eastern side of Pharos Island in Alexandria. The history of Citadel of Qaitbay This citadel was constructed by Circassian Sultan Al-Ashraf Abou Anasr Saif El-Din Qaitbay El-Jerkasy Al-Zahiry in 1477 to […]
Montazah Palace – The Haramlek and Gardens
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The Haramlek of Montazah Palace, the last royal palace was built during the Muhammed Ali family, is one of the most famous sightseeing in Alexandria. It is located on at the eastern edge of Alexandria on the Mediterranean Sea coast. The history of the Montazah Palace The royal family of Muhammad Ali Pasha chose Alexandria […]
Library of Alexandria – Bibliotheca Alexandrina
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Throughout ancient history, Alexandria was known as a center for learning and melting different cultures because it houses the library of Alexandria or Bibliotheca Alexandrina the most famous destination for students in the ancient world. It is important to be referred that there are two libraries of Alexandria libraries (the ancient library of Alexandria – […]
Pompey Pillar and Serapeum
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Pompey Pillar is one of the most famous attractions in Alexandria. It is considered the longest column in Egypt, as it is about 27 meters long. It was constructed in 292 AD by the trustee of Alexandria, Postumus. This pillar or column is divided into 3 parts. The first part is its base that has […]
The Catacombs of Alexandria (Kom el Shoqafa)
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The Catacombs of Kom el-Shuqafa are considered the first catacombs in the whole world. It is a complex of impressively decorated tombs dating back to the Roman period. It is located in the district of Karmouz to the east of Alexandria. The Kom el Shoqafa is its Arabic name, meaning in the English language the […]
The Unfinished Obelisk – Aswan Quarry
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Throughout history, Aswan was famous for its granite quarry that was used by the ancient Egyptians for constructing several buildings during the ancient Egyptian civilization, like the valley temple of king Chephren and two obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut in Karnak Complex. This quarry of granite houses a unique monument that is the unfinished obelisk of […]
Transferring Solar Boat to the GEM
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Despite the difficult times, the world is witnessing amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities in Egypt is continuing its achievements, as it transferred the royal mummies in a majestic parade and opened the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. Also, it is preparing to open the great avenue of sphinxes and the […]
