Cairo is located on the banks of the Nile River in the north of Egypt. Cairo is nicknamed as "The City of A Thousand Minarets". It is the capital city of Egypt, and is the largest city in Africa. Cairo has the largest metropolitan area and is densely populated. Cairo is an amazing city full of life and movement which prevails almost throughout the day. The town holds a lot of importance in pharaonic history and is the birth place of many great and valorous rulers. The Cairo Museum and the Citadel of Cairo mainly grips the interest of the tourists coming here. You will have a great cultural as well as artistic experience if you spend your Holidays in Cairo.
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Abu Simbel, on the bank of Lake Nasser in Egypt, is a major tourist attraction. Abu Simbel is a set of two huge rock temples that were carved out of mountains during the reign of Pharaoh Ramses II. The Temples of Abu Simbel are quite breathtaking along with their history which is equally fascinating and dates back more than three thousand years old. The two temples are dedicated to three deities of Egypt Ra-Harakhty, Pitah and Amun. The temples are designed in such a manner that on solstices the sun's rays can illuminate the entire back wall of the temple and the statues of the four gods. These temples allure tourists more because of the reason- that it was feared that they will drown in the waters of Lake Nasser and so were removed and relocated at another site by UNESCO and the Egyptian government.
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Alexandria is the second-largest city in Egypt and is the country's largest seaport. It is popularly known as the "Mermaid of the Mediterranean". The city was built during the rule of the Greek emperor Alexander the Great who seek to immortalize his name through this city. There are number of historical sites in Alexandria and so it is considered to be the most attractive city in Egypt for its moderate weather, white beaches and blue water and friendly people. Alexandria has always been popular as a vacation destination for local Egyptians looking to escape the summer heat and enjoy the Mediterranean beaches.
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Aswan, situated on the banks of the Nile and is south of Cairo. Aswan is the capital of the Aswan Governorate. It is one of the most beautiful places in the country with the spectacular sunsets, awesome landscapes and perfect weather. The town has two main islands that are-Elephantine and Kitchener. Kitchener's Island is the famous site of a botanic gardens whereas Elephantine has a museum. Explore this place which is full of the scent and color of spices, perfumes, scarves and baskets. The town is an ideal holiday destination.
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Luxor is a city located in the southern side of Egypt and the capital of Luxor Governorate. Luxor boasts an execptionally rich legacy of histrical monuments, temples, tombs, etc that it is an ideal place for those history buffs. For many years, these numerous monuments dotted around Luxor have attracted tourists from all over the world assisting Luxor to emerge as the major holiday destination. The town is flooded with souvenir shops, hotels and restaurants etc. The streets are as captivating as the temples and monuments that the tourists come to see. Luxor is a perfect holiday destination if you are looking for tranquility and peace as the places here are not very crowded.
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Hurghada city was founded in the early 20th century, and since 1980s its been continually enlarged by Egyptian and foreign investors to make it as the leading seashore resort on the Red Sea. It is a famous tourist hub located on the Red Sea coast known for its natural beauty. Popular as a perfect European package holiday destination, it provides several underwater life, diving and snorkeling opportunities as well as vibrant nightlife. Hurghada is a paradise for sun lovers, swimmers and yatchmen. The town boasts of first class hotels and all-inclusive resorts, exclusive bars, restaurants and shopping malls etc.
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Egypt is situated both in the African Continent and the Middle East. It is officially known as the Arab Republic of Egypt. Tourism is a very important generator of revenue in the Egyptian Revenue System. The Pyramids, Deserts and the River Nile provide a relentless attraction to the tourist. Egypt provides the experience of a land trapped in the times when the Pharaohs had ruled. Some of the major attractions of Egypt are Giza, Saqqara, Luxor, Abu Simbel, Alexandria, Sinai Peninsula and Ain Sukhna.
Egyptian Pound (EGP)
1,002,450 square km (387,048 square miles)
90 million (approximately)
Arabic
+20
EET (UTC+2 (No DST since 2011)
The climate of Egypt is varied throughout its territory. The country sees rainfall primarily during the winter. While the rainfall measures up to 410 mm on the coast at the north, it is very rare and in-between the years. Then again, Sinai’s mountains witness snowfall. The summer temperatures average between 80 and 90 degrees F (26.7 and 32.2 degrees Celsius) and 109 degrees F (43 degrees C). The winter temperatures on the other hand average between 55 and 70 degrees F (13 and 21 degrees C).
Egypt is surrounded by the Gaza Strip and Israel towards its northeast, the Mediterranean Sea towards its north, Sudan to its south, Libya to its west and the Red Sea to its East. It lies between the latitudes 22 degrees and 32 degrees N and longitudes 24 degrees and 36 degrees E.
Territory & Capital : The territory of Egypt is as diverse as it can get. It holds the river Nile, mountains and deserts alike. The Sahara Desert and the Libyan Desert form parts of Egypt. Cairo, also known as Al-Qahira is the present capital of Egypt.
Suitable Visiting Seasons : The period between October and April is the best time to go for a cruise on the Nile River. The period between June and September is the best time for a beach holiday by the Red Sea. And it the deserts are your intended ground for tourism, the best time would be the period between October and February.
The transportation of Egypt follows a structure centered at Cairo. The railways are the primary means of transport. The waterways, roadways and the airways are also effective means to travel in Egypt.
Contact the nearest Egyptian Embassy for the latest and updated rules and procedures for obtaining an Egyptian Visa.
