Egypt is famous for its ancient civilization and some of the world’s most famous monuments, including the Giza pyramid complex, the Great Sphinx and the ancient artifacts of Luxor dating back thousands of years. Although focus of most tourist visits remains the great monuments of the Nile Valley, possibilities for Egyptian travel also includes snorkelling and diving along the Red Sea coast. Other options include camel trips into the mountains of Sinai, tours to remote oases or visits to the Coptic monasteries of the Eastern Desert.

Best of Egypt

	Pyramids of Giza The pyramids in Giza were built over the span of three generations. The Great Pyramid of Khufu is sole remnant of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Ranked 1st out of 10 True Pyramids of the World
	Karnak Although badly ruined, few sites in Egypt are more impressive than Karnak. It is the largest ancient religious site in the world. Ranked 1st out of 10 Oldest Temples in the World
	Red Pyramid The Red Pyramid is the world's first successful attempt at constructing a true smooth-sided pyramid. Itt is the 4th highest pyramid ever built in Egypt. Ranked 2nd out of 10 True Pyramids of the World
	Red Sea, Egypt The waters of the read Sea are renowned for there spectacular visibility and features some of the most exotic seascapes. Ranked 2nd out of 10 Best Dive Spots in the World
	Abu Simbel Abu Simbel is an archaeological site comprising two massive rock temples in southern Egypt on the western bank of Lake Nasser. Ranked 2nd out of 14 Rock Cut Temples and Tombs
	Bent Pyramid The Beny Pyramid located at Dahshur was the second pyramid built by pharaoh Sneferu. Ranked 3rd out of 10 True Pyramids of the World
	Valley of the Kings The Valley of the Kings is a valley in Egypt where, for a period of nearly 500 years tombs were constructed for the kings and privileged nobles of the New Kingdom. Ranked 3rd out of 14 Rock Cut Temples and Tombs
	Luxor Temple The Luxor Temple is located on the east bank of the River Nile and was dedicated to the three Egyptian gods Amun, Mut, and Chons. Ranked 3rd out of 10 Oldest Temples in the World
	Step Pyramid of Djoser The Step Pyramid of Djoser at the Saqqara necropolis was the very first pyramid built by the ancient Egyptians. Ranked 4th out of 15 Step Pyramids of the World
	Siwa Oasis Siwa Oasis is one of Egypt's isolated settlements. The natural springs and shade giving palm trees give travelers respite from the desert. Ranked 4th out of 10 Amazing Mud Brick Structures
	Great Sphinx Located at the Giza Plateau, The Great Sphinx is one of the largest and oldest statues in the world. Ranked 4th out of 10 World Famous Statues
	Valley of the Queens The Valley of the Queens, is a place in Egypt where wives of Pharaohs were buried in ancient times. Ranked 4th out of 14 Rock Cut Temples and Tombs
	Temple of Hatshepsut The Mortuary temple of Hatshepsut is built into a cliff face that rises sharply above it and consists of three layered terraces. Ranked 4th out of 10 Oldest Temples in the World
	Pyramid of Meidum Five miles south of Saqqara stands the mysterious tower-like pyramid of Meidum. The pyramid was probably built during the reign of pharaoh Sneferu. Ranked 5th out of 10 True Pyramids of the World
	Temple of Edfu The Temple of Edfu, dedicated to the falcon god Horus, is the second largest temple in Egypt after Karnak. Ranked 6th out of 10 Greco-Roman Temples
	Sinai Desert Located along Egypt's border with Israel , the Sinai Desert is a major tourist destination due to its religious history, and it's scenic beauty. Ranked 6th out of 10 Surreal Desert Landscapes
	Temple of Seti I The Temple of Seti I is the mortuary temple of Pharaoh Seti I on the west bank of the Nile in Abydos. Ranked 6th out of 10 Oldest Temples in the World
	White Desert Situated about 45 km north of the Farafra oasis in the vast Western Desert of Egypt, the White Desert is made of oddly shaped chalk formation. Ranked 8th out of 10 Natural Rock Formations
	Trajan's Kiosk Trajan's Kiosk was built at the island of Philae, by the Roman Emperor Trajan in 100 AD. Ranked 9th out of 10 Greco-Roman Temples

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