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EGYPT
  General information
Capital Cairo
Currency Egyptian pound (EGP)
Area 1,001,450 square km
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Preference Family and Kids, Couple, Group, Seniors, Single, Biker, Skier, Adventurer, Explorer, Outdoor traveler, Sportsman
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History, Practical info
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The Map of Egypt
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Weather, weather forecast and when to go
Egypt lies in the subtropical zone. This country has dry weather with mild winters and hot summers. Between day and night are big differences.
You will mention only two seasons when visiting Egypt: a mild winter (November – April) and a hot summer (May – October). What makes them different are variations in daytime temperatures and prevailing winds.
When you travel from the Delta (North) to the Sudanese border (South) the average annual temperature will be higher. It can be compared to those of the open deserts. You may find Alexandria more suitable during the summer. Thanks to the cooler temperatures it has became a popular resort.
Note the hot spring wind Sirocco or Khamsin that blows across the country. It comes usually in April but can appear also in March or May. It starts in the Isthmus of Suez and continues through the northern coast of Africa. Be aware of the sandstorms. They can cause temperatures to rise as much as 20° C in two hours.
For tourists who are interested in sightseeing tours is the most appropriate period to visit Egypt during winter months - October to April. Although there are often rainy and cold days in this period the water in the Red Sea is not falling below 21 degrees Celsius. Summer is suitable only for summer seaside holiday as the temperature often leaves up to 50 degrees Celsius.
Top places of interest and picks, top attractions
Alexandria
Qait Bey fortress from 15 th century
Abu al Abbas Mosque
The Museum of Greek and Roman antiquity
The Museum of Fine Arts
Antonius Gardens
Lighthouse (now non-existing Lighthouse - was among the seven wonders of the world)
Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Corniche - wonderful 15km walkway along the harbour. There are many restaurants, markets and historic places.
Siwa Oasis
Siwa Oasis - earthly paradise of hundred thousands palms. There are also hot springs (as Cleopatra´s Bath) and historical tombs.
Cairo
Cairo - a city founded in the 10th century
The Egyptian Museum - is a must see attraction.
The Museum of Modern Art
Cairo Tower - offers panoramatic view
Obelisk of Ramses II.
Botanical garden
ZOO
Mosque Al Akmar from 12 th century
The Museum of Islamic Art
Mosque of Muhamed Ali
Al Fath Mosque
Giza plateau
Pyramids of Egypt - The best known Egyptian pyramids are at Giza plateau.
Great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops) - is the largest Egyptian pyramid and also one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.
Pyramid of Khafre (Chephren)
Pyramid of Menkaure (Mycerinus)
Sphinx - the human-headed lion
The Temple of the Sphinx
Saqqara
Saqqara - the royal cemetery
Step Pyramid of Djoser - is considered to be the world's oldest substantial monumental structure. This famour pyramid wad designed by Imhotep.
Memphis
Memphis - the former royal city
Ramses II colossus
Alabaster sphinx
Dendara
Dendara - The Temple of the goddess Hathor
Luxor
The Temple in Luxor
Ramses II colossus
Obelisk
Luxor Museum
Museum of Mummification
Karnak
The Temple of Karnak (decorated with a sphinx mutton)
The Karnak Open Air Museum
Valley of the Kings
Tomb of Tutankhamun
Tomb of Thutmose
Tomb of Horemheb
Tomb of Merneptah
Tomb of Ramses VI
The Hatshepsut's Temple
Abu Simbel
The temple at Abu Simbel called Great Temple of Ramses II (carried over from 1965 to 1968 at another location because of the rising waters of Lake Nasser). We suggest to travel to Abu Simbel by bus.
Little Temple
Edfu
The Temple of Horus
Hurghada
Hurghada - Paradise diving in the Red Sea
Nile
The river Nile - is the longest river in the world. The lenght of Nile is 6,650 km (4,135 miles).
Suez Canal
Suez Canal - link between the Mediterranean and Red Sea. Channel length is 195 kilometers and a width of 365 meters
Sinai
Mount of Sinai (a holy mountain)
Saint Catherine's monastery
Sudd
Sudd - marsh on the river Nile is 320 km wide and 400 km long. It is often covered with mudHurghada - Paradise diving in the Red Sea
Rosetta Stone
Rosetta Stone - a black basalt stone, which helps Champollion to decipher hieroglyphs (deposited in the British Museum in London)
The most popular holiday resorts
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Trip plan
Are you in Egypt only for a summer holiday? Visit above mentioned cities and enjoy sun and historical sights. You will admire an ancient Egypt.
Here you can find our tips for trip plan:
1 day
Hurghada
Luxor and Karnak
Hurghada
2 days
Hurghada
Cairo and Giza plateau
Hurghada
1 - 2 days
Sharm El Sheik
Mount of Sinai (a holy mountain)
Dahab
Sharm El Sheik
2 days
Dahab
Cairo and Giza plateau (pyramids)
Dahab
1 day
Dahab
Camel safari
1 or 2 days
Dahab or Sharm El Sheik
Petra (in Jordan)
Dahab or Sharm El Sheik
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