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Taba is a beautiful city in Egyptian and it is affiliated to the South Sinai Governorate. The city is located at the head of the Gulf of Aqaba between waters of the Gulf of Aqaba on one side and the mountain range and the eastern Taba plateaus the on the other.
The population of the city is minimal with about 5,000 inhabitants. Taba occupies an area of about 3.7 km2, and is 240 km away to the north from Sharm El-Sheikh.
The city represents a great historical and strategic value for its location, which overlooks the borders of different countries, which are Egypt, Palestine, and Saudi Arabia. The climate of the city is hot-desert climate like the most cities of the Country.

History
During the Suez Crisis in 1956, Taba was occupied by Israel for a short period, as the city was returned to Egypt in 1957, however in 1967 and after the 6 days war, Israel reoccupied the Sinai Peninsula, and subsequently, a 400-room hotel was built in Taba.
After the 1979 Israeli-Egyptian peace treaty, Egypt and Israel were negotiating the exact position of the border, and after a long dispute, the issue was submitted to an international commission.
In February 1989 and As a result of the international commission rule, Taba was partitioned and most of it was given to Egypt.
What to do?
The city has a lot of distinctive tourist attractions, including: The Flag Platform, which is a monument to the Egyptian flag site on the liberated land of Taba on March 19, 1989. Taba Museum is also a great option. Fjord Bay, located 15 km south of Taba, is a stunning diving spot that is protected and embraced and by a picturesque natural bay of coral reefs in an unforgettable sight.

Taba Nature Reserve is a border town on the Egyptian-Palestinian border and the last liberated part of Egyptian soil, and its area is 3500 square kilometers. It is one of the mostPharaoh’s Island is another magnificent place to visit during your stay in Taba, The Island is 10 km from the city of Aqaba, and 30 meters from the coast of Sinai, and there you can find the ancient Citadel of Salah al-Din, which was established by in 1171 AD.
What to eat?
We encourage you to go traditional; the Egyptian breakfast offers a unique variety of dishes including: Fava beans served in a ton of ways, Falafel, Eggplant, French fries, baba-Ganush and more, all together in the famous balady bread with some home-made pickles.
For launch/ dinner, seafood is always a great option considering the coastal nature of the city, traditional Egyptian grills is also a very nice choice. You can also try a lot of international dishes in the resultants found in different the hotels of the city.
Night Life
There not a lot of things to do at night; however a peaceful walk by the beach with your favorite cocktail is always a great option.

Marsa Alam is town located at south-eastern Egypt, on the western shore of the Red Sea. The city is one of the newly emerging cities of the country, and currently experiencing a growing popularity as a tourist destination especially after opening the International Airport of Marsa Alam in 2003.
The city is considered as a global center for fishing, diving and cruises. It also has a marina for yachts, a conference center, resorts and luxury hotels. The city occupies an area of 38,000 km2 within the borders of the Red sea governorate, with a total population of about 15,000. The city has a hot desert climate in summer and moderate climate in winter, in the evening things get much better.

History

The name “Alam” part of the name of the city refers to the mountain, as the area has a lot of high mountainous. The city was famous during the ancient Egyptians era and up until to the Roman era for its gold mines.
During the modern days, Marsa Alam remained a complete desert until the year of 1995 when the Egyptian government started developing it as a tourist destination, through the investments of Al-Kharafi Group, which adopted the establishment of an integrated city with all its facilities, roads, infrastructure and resorts, to make Marsa Alam one of the most beautiful places in Egypt.

What to do?
The main attractions in the city are its amazing beaches on the red sea and the wonderful marine life beneath it, so Diving and Snorkeling is a no brainer.
Marsa Alam is one of the most beautiful diving areas in the world, and a popular destination for safari enthusiasts, as there is a unique group of islands, including Khawar Island, Shahab El-Festun, Zabargad Island, and Rocky Island, as well as a number of unique mountains and valleys, and some ancient mines that were dug in the past in search for gold and emeralds
The city is very peaceful and quite, so, relaxing for a sunbath can’t get any better.

What to eat?
Traditional Egyptian break-fast is always a good start to the day, with a unique variety of dishes including: Fava beans served in a ton of ways, Falafel, Eggplant, French fries, baba-Ganush and more, all together in the famous balady bread with some home-made pickles.
For launch/ dinner, seafood is always a great option considering the coastal nature of the city, traditional Egyptian grills is also a very nice choice, or maybe you can settle some traditional Bedouin food.
Night Life
Aside from shopping from the local shops, there not a lot of things to do at night, however a walk by the beach with your favorite cocktail is always a great option.

Saint Catherine is by far the most exclusive and distinguished city in Egypt, because of it is height, rising 1600 meters above sea level in the heart of the governorate of South Sinai, and 300 km from the Suez Canal.

The city is occupying an area of about 5,130 km2, and is surrounded by a number of mountains that are the highest In Sinai and all of the country; the highest between them are Mount Catherine, Mount Safsafa and Mount Mosa.

This height of the city gave it a distinct, mild climate in the summer and very cold in the winter, which gives it a special beauty when snow covers the mountain tops and the city’s land, unlike the rest of Egyptian cities desert climate.

The area of Saint Catherine has been declared a nature reserve because of its historical, natural and religious significance. Most of the city’s residents work in agriculture, tourism services and herding. The city is famous for religious tourism, mountain climbing and safari tourism. The region of the city is a UNESCO World Heritage Area, because of its cultural and natural importance.

History
The city is named after the Saint “Catherine” who was born in Alexandria at the end of the third century AD, and in the year 307 AD, Caesar Maximian came to Alexandria, and he commanded the worship of idols, persecuted the saint, and tortured her until he ordered her beheading on November 25, 307 AD.

Five centuries after her martyrdom, the story says that a monk in Sinai saw a group of angels carrying the body of Saint Catherine flying with it then placed it on the top of a mountain in Sinai, so the monk went to the top of the mountain and found the body as he had seen it, He carried it to the Church of “Moses the Prophet”, but after that the body was transferred to the Church of “the transfiguration” in the monastery that was built by Emperor Justinian in 6th century AD. The monastery was then known as Saint Catherine’s Monastery, and the name was applied to the whole city.

Places to visit
There are over 200 religious places you can visit, In addition to other important churches and monasteries, the highest mountains in Egypt with spectacular views, ruins of Byzantine monastic settlements, amazing rock formations and landscape.

The Natural reserve of Saint Catherine is another amazing place to visit, it is located at the end of the St. Catherine Valley junction in the Al-Arbaeen Valley on a high plateau surrounded by several mountains of varying height, including Mount Saint Catherine, the highest peak in Egypt, Jabal Musa, Jabal al-San’a, Jabal al-Banatm Jabal Abbas and Jabal Safsafa.

The city is spread across landscapes, including mountains and valleys that make walking in it a pleasure for the soul, so you can expect unforgettable and amazing safari trips.

What to eat?

You can explore a number of different restaurants in the area, providing a Tradition Egyptian food or you favorite dishes from the international cuisine.

Saint Catherine at night
At night you can observe the fascinating Milky Way and the spectacular shiny stars, or maybe you can settle for a late night barbeque under same amazing scene.

Port-Said is an Egyptian governorate located at the north east of country, its represents a very important port and the entrance to the Suez Canal from the Mediterranean Sea. The city has a population of about 700,000 and has a cosmopolitan heritage that appears in its various architectural styles found on its buildings.
The city has a Mediterranean climate; the summers are warm and humid, while winters are moderate and mildly rainy. No matter the season is, the evening weather in the city is very pleasant.
Today’s Port Said is one of the main Egyptian economic and business centers, as it was declared as a duty-free port in 1976, which attracted people from all over Egypt.

History
The city of Port-said was founded in 1859, and since then Port-Said represented an important terminal for the Egyptian goods. In 1902, Egyptian cotton started to be exported through the city; after a couple of years in 1904 a railway opened to Cairo, both of these events resulted in large commercial attraction which raised the social status.
Since its establishment, the city played an important role in Egyptian history. In 1882, the British forces entered the country through port-said.
23rd of December 1956 was coincides with the withdrawal of the last soldier of foreign troops, which was through the Suez canal, and since that day, this date is celebrated annually as Port Said’s national day.
After the six-days war in 1967, the Suez Canal was closed by the Egyptian Authority until June 1975, and the residents of Port Said were evacuated by as a preparation for 1973 war. The city was re-inhabited after the war has ended and the reopening of the Suez Canal. In 1976, the city was declared as a duty-free port, which attracted people from all over the country.

Places to Visit
The number one option is the port, of which few ancient buildings and facilities still remains, for example: Lighthouse of Port Said, Building of the Suez Canal Authority headquarter which was built in 1895, and De Lesseps tourist jetty. Also the passing of the huge ships, supertankers and carriers through the canal is an impressive sight.
Some other options includes War memorial in 23rd of July Street, Tennis Island which is an ancient Islamic site. You can also check the Port Said National Museum, Museum of Modern Arts, and Port Said Military Museum.

Religious sites includes: El-Abbasy Mosque built in 1904 and the big and magnificent Latin Cathedral which was built in 1934.
For shopping, you can spend hours and maybe days just exploring the local shops and markets, and no matter what you look for, you will find your destination.
What to eat?
The coastal nature of the city made seafood the number one option for launch/ dinner; as it can’t get fresher than that. You can still try the traditional Egyptian food. For breakfast you can expect Fava beans served in a ton of ways, Falafel, Eggplant, French fries, baba-Ganush and more, all together in the famous balady bread with some home-made pickles.
After a long day in the city, you can settle for a fresh and cold fruit juice from a lot of fruit bars found in the streets, and to wrap it up, some Egyptian sweets such as basbosa and konafa will be more than enough.
Night Life
You can spend your time shopping for some souvenirs, or maybe a peaceful walk on the Suez Canal to be the perfect end for the day.

Esna is a town locted in the region of Upper Egypt, on the west bank of the river Nile, 55 km north of Edfu and about 60 km south of Luxor. The town is a part of Luxor governorate. The town of Esna occupies an area of 110 km2, with an estimated population of about 450,000.
The town is an important commercial center for the surrounding villages and governorates as it contains a number of markets.
Esna is characterized by a very hot and dry climate during the most part of the year due to its desert climate, but things get better in winter.

Histroy
Esna, is the place of the major temple “Khnumm” that was built during the reign of Thutmose III, the temple was dedicated to the ram-god Khnum that was worshipped throughout this area.
Esna was also a famous city during the times of Al-Mustansir Biallah, the Fatimid ruler, as it was during this time a great famine scorched Egypt, and even then Esna was described as having many green gardens and buildings, with waters that didn’t ebb and with rich agriculture that helped the country in facing the crisis.
The modern town of Esna is famous for its “Electricity Bridge” built in the 1990s, also the barrage bridges that were built on the Nile River by the British in 1906. Esna is usually a nice stop on Nile cruise tours passing by.
Places to Visit
The temple of Khnumm (also known as Esna Temple) is a no brainer; the temple has an amazing structure of red sandstone, The remains of the Temple contains a hall of 24 pillars beautifully decorated with lotus floral capitals and palm capitals.
The walls are beautifully covered with four rows of reliefs, showing Roman and Ptolemaic Emperors dressed in ancient Egyptian Costumes, offering sacrifices to the god Khnum. There are chambers on both sides of the temple entrance that were used by the keepers and priests of the temple as storerooms.
Dababiya Reserve is considered one of the tourist attractions in the city of Esna, especially for desert tourism enthusiasts, as there are many highlands.
What to eat?
Esna is a part of the city of Luxor, so, you can find a lot of good restaurants serving different variety of food from the Egyptian cousin and the International cousin as well, but we recommend trying the traditional Egyptian food.
For breakfast, its typical Egyptian dishes such as Fool (Fava beans) with tahini, fried eggs, eggplant and French fries, and of course the famous Balady bread.
For launch/ Dinner, the traditional theme continues, Must-try items include stuffed pigeon, moloukhiya soup and Mahashi. On the other hand and as a result of the city’s location alongside the Nile River, fish is also served on many restaurants.
What to do at night?
Usually the visit to Esna is a one day trip, but if you get the chance to stay in the city, you can check the local markets or maybe take a walk along the Nile.

Edfu is an Egyptian city, located between Aswan and Esna on the west bank of the Nile River, about 100 km from south Luxor. The city has a population of about 150,000 people. Edfu is the site of ancient settlement “Tell Edfu” and Ptolemaic Temple of Horus. About 5 km to the south of the city we can find the remains of ancient pyramids.
The city is well -known as a large agricultural town, its main products being pottery and sugar cane. The climate of the city is a hot desert climate as you would expect.

History
In the days of the Ancient Egyptians, the city was the capital of the second region in Upper Egypt. Archaeological excavations since the end of the 19th century have revealed its importance in the early ages of the ancient history of Egypt, especially the cemetery dating back to the era of the Old Kingdom in the third millennium BC. M., plus the tombs that were found in the area.
The city was a cemetery and settlement from around 3000 BC onward. It was the cult centre and home of “Horus of Behdet”, the falcon god, however the Temple of Horus as it exists today is Ptolemaic.
Edfu was a flourishing Greek city in ancient times, it was commonly known back then as Apollinopolis Magna.

What to do?
The top attraction of the city is the temple oh Horus, it’s built from sandstone blocks, and its one of the best preserved temples in the whole country, the origins of the temple date back to the Ptolemaic times, between 237 and 57 BC. You can also visit the Pyramids ruins, which are the remains of 7 small pyramids built along the Nile about 5.5 km south Edfu.
The Coptic Monastery of Pachomius is also an interesting option, it’s one of the oldest monasteries built during the Roman persecution of Christians in the Old Testament in Egypt, and it is located near Edfu in a town called “Hager”.
You can try the horse carriage and enjoy a short tour through the narrow streets of the city, where you can find many small open shops and markets.
What to eat?
Edfu is a part of the city of Aswan, so, you can find a lot of good restaurants serving different variety of food from the Egyptian cousin and the International cousin as well, but we recommend trying the traditional Egyptian food.
For breakfast, its typical Egyptian dishes such as Fool (Fava beans) with tahini, fried eggs, eggplant and French fries, and of course the famous Balady bread.
For launch/ Dinner, the traditional theme continues, Must-try items include stuffed pigeon and moloukhiya soup, Mahashi. On the other hand and as a result of the city’s location alongside the Nile River, fish is also served on many restaurants.

Night Life

Edfu Sound and Light Show is a must, the show takes place on The spectacular Temple of Horus, and believe me you will be pleasantly surprised by the show.

Sharm El-Sheikh is one of the most Famous Egyptian tourist city, it’s located at the junction of the Gulf of Aqaba with Gulf of Suez on the coast of the Red Sea, and within the borders of south-Sinai governorate.
The city is characterized by a small population with about 80,000 inhabitants. The city covers an area of 480 km2, and it has some of the best resorts in the world. Sharm El-Sheikh is famous for being one of the international diving centers, and it has an international airport.
Sharm El-Sheikh is known as the city of peace, as it held many international peace conferences, and between locals, it’s usually called “Sharm” as a short form of its name. The significance of the city is because of its location, as it connects Asia and Africa.
No matter when you are going to visit the city, the weather will be sunny and pleasant. In general, its desert and subtropical climate has two distinct seasons in the year: hot summer and mild winter.
The main language used in Sharm el-Sheikh and the rest of the country is Arabic; however English language is also very commonly used.

History
The city was built in 1968, Since that date, the city has rapidly developed to be one of the most famous tourist destination in Egypt and the whole world, The city’s transformation to modern systems in architecture, entertainment, safety and hotel service has made a focal point of tourism in the country.
The strategic geographical importance of the city led to its transformation from just a fishing village to be a major port and naval base for the Egyptian Army. The city was occupied by Israel during the in 1956 then it was restored to Egypt in 1957. Peacekeeping force by the United Nations was stationed there until the 1967 Six-Day War when it was recaptured by Israel. Sharm El Sheikh remained under Israeli control until Sinai was given to Egypt in 1982 after the Egypt–Israel Peace Treaty of 1979.
Places to Visit
The diverse marine life and hundreds of coral reef sites in the Red Sea made Thy city an attractive destination for divers and ecotourists. The tourism industry in this city of Sharm El-Sheikh has witnessed rapid growth over the past few decades, which resulted in a number of first-class resorts and a luxurious nightlife.

Discovering the city Sharm El Sheikh has to start with Ras-Mohamed National Park and Nature reserve, as it is one of the best snorkeling spots you will ever visit and the home for thousands of different species.
The Nabq area is another magnificent place to visit but don’t miss a wildlife safari, diving among shipwrecks or engaging with the local Bedouin culture and hospitality. You can Visit Saint Catherine’s Monastery, Mount Moses and other famous historical attractions.
The Shopping experience in the city will be a charm, with a wide variety of local shops and bazaars, such as the Na’ama Bay and Old Market, and even modern shopping centres in Genena City and SOHO Square. Satisfy your urge for retail therapy with an excellent shopping adventure packed with quality goods at affordable prices.
For your kids, there are a ton of family activities to keep your kids entertained, for example Dolphin show, Cleo Aqua Park or you can go carting!
What to eat?
As you would expect from a world-class resort, Sharm El Sheikh can serve you with dishes from every country you can imagine. Whether you prefer Italian, Chinese, or Indian flavors, or you just want to try some traditional Egyptian food, you will not be looking around too much to find your destination.
As a coastal city, you can’t wish for a fresher seafood, so for our fellow seafood lovers, you will be more than satisfied!
Night Life
The best thing to do after a long day of sunbathing or diving is to relax with some cold drinks in your hand, and fortunately the city doesn’t disappoint in this regard, as you can choose from a number of, where you can taste some fresh and unique cocktails, and for those who prefer active night out, there are a lot of night clubs with different atmospheres and music styles, shopping is also a very good idea.

Luxor is a city located at the Upper Egypt, with population of about 128,000. The city is considered as one of the most important tourism locations in the entire world, as it’s the home for a significant number of Ancient remains with estimated one third of the world’s monuments.
Every place in the city is a piece of the history; you can consider the whole city as an open museum that reflects the greatness of the Ancient Egyptians.
The city of Luxor is located at the east bank of the river Nile, and is characterized by a very hot and dry climate during the most part of the year due to its desert climate, but things get better in winter.
History
Luxor is a city of many names. For starter, the ancient Egyptians called it Waset, which means the City of the Sceptre, but whemn the Greeks ruled the country; they called it Thebes, while in the modern era it’s called the city of Luxor which is an Arabic derived word that means “the palaces”. The city of Luxor was the ancient city of Thebes and the great capital of Upper Egypt during the rule of the New Kingdom; it was also the glorious city of Amun, later to become the god Amun-Ra.
The great importance of the city started with the 11th Dynasty, as the town grew to be a thriving city. Luxor played an essential role in expelling the invading forces of the “Hyksos” from the Upper Egypt; not only that, the city was the political, religious and military capital for the Ancient Egypt from the 18th Dynasty to the 20th Dynasty.

Places to Visit
The great importance of the city during the ancient ages of Egypt was greatly reflected on the number of temples and monuments in the city. For starter, Temple Of Karnak is maybe the most beautiful temple you will ever see, the valley of kings on the other hand is the place for many resting places for the kings of 18th, 19th, and 20th dynasties, and with vivid colors and well preserved tombs, Valley of the kings is remarkable place to visit, but don’t forget to take a look at the tomb of the boy-king “Tutankhamun”.

Temple of Deir al-Bahri (Queen Hatshepsut’s Temple) is another wonderful place to visit in luxor, the temple was situated at the foot of the sheer cliffs fringing the desert hills. Medinet Habu is a place which often overlooked, but it’s still an amazing temple to visit.
Colossi of Memnon, Temple of Hathor, Temples of Abydos, Valley of the queens and Mortuary Temple of Seti I are all exceptional places to spend your time, Aside from that you can Enjoy your time by Felucca ride to banana island, or maybe a hot air balloon ride over the amazing city of Luxor.

What to eat?
If you are not familiar with Egyptian cuisine, a lot of the Egyptian dishes have many elements of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines. For breakfast, its typical Egyptian dishes such as Fool (Fava beans) with tahini, fried eggs, eggplant and French fries, and of course the famous Balady bread.
For launch/Dinner, the traditional theme continues, Must-try items include stuffed pigeon and moloukhiya with soup with rice, on the other hand and as a result of the the city’s location alongside the Nile River, fish is also served on many restaurants.
You can also try a lot of International cuisines, as you will find many restaurants serving Indian Asian dishes, and Italian dishes.
Nigt Life
There are a lot of options to enjoy the city at night, you can Enjoy Dinner Cruise at the Nile, or maybe a visit to Luxor temples with the amazing Light work such as Light Show of Karnak Temples, Shopping is another good option.

Hurghada is the capital of the Red Sea Governorate; It is bordered to the east by the Red Sea coast, to the west by the Red Sea Mountains and to the north by Safaga. The city is a characterized by its amazing resorts and beaches and fascinating marine life of the red sea.
The city occupies an area on 460 km2, and it has a fairly small population of about 100,000 inhabitants. Hurghada has its international airport, so you can fly directly to it.
The climate of the city is a subtropical-desert climate, with hot summers and mild winters. At the evening the situation is much better as the temperature is usually hovering around 20o C.
The city is the home for many islands including: The Giftun Islands, Umm Qamar, Megawish, Abu Ramada, Abu Minqar, Fanadir, and Shadwan. In addition it houses a number of world-class resorts as El-Gouna, Soma Bay, Makadi Bay and Sahl-Hasheesh.

History
The city was established in 1905, and in the past, Hurghada only included some simple houses inhabited by the Bedouins working in fishing and pearling, as a result the city has a Bedouin character that lived with it until now.
The growth of the city began with the discovery of oil in that region in 1931, and with oil extraction industry, complementary industries also emerged, such as construction activities, transportation, manual labor, fishing and trade.

In 1972, the Israeli forces tried to occupy Shadwan Island, but the Egyptian armed forces confronted them, and were able to defeat them and expel them from the island within hours, this event is known as the Battle of Shadwan, which is the date on which the Red Sea Governorate celebrates its national day.

With the beginning of the eighties and the discovery of the natural components of the city of Hurghada, work began on building the tourism economy.

What to do?
The city offers many activities to choose from including: camel-riding across Biblical plains to observe some of the ancient wonders; quad-biking into the Sahara desert and engaging with some Bedoin tribes for some tea and dates.

Diving and snorkeling is a must-do experience, you will be amazed by the vibrant and colorful coral reef; another great option is boat trips to the unpopulated Big and Little Gifton islands or swimming in the warm sea, and last but not least you can check the Dolphin world for some wonderful shows.

Shopping in Hurghada is also a great thing to do during you stay in the city, you can check Senzo Mall, 3 Pyramids shopping center and many others, or you can explore the down town’s local market, or the souq of Ad-daher which offers jewellery made of silver, coral, and other precious stones.

Hurghada Grand Aquarium in another Amazing place to visit, the aquarium contains about 1,200 species displayed in a series of 24 galleries that represents the natural ecosystems, you can see sharks, rays and turtles and many more.

What to Eat?
The city offers a wide variety of cuisine, including traditional Egyptian food, western restaurants, oriental food, fast food spots and many more. We encourage you to go traditional; the Egyptian breakfast offers a unique variety of dishes including: Fava beans served in a ton of ways, Falafel, Eggplant, French fries, baba-Ganush and more, all together in the famous balady bread with some home-made pickles.
For launch/ dinner, seafood is always a great option considering the coastal nature of the city, traditional Egyptian grills is also a very nice choice.
Night Life
In the evening, the city offers a variety of night clubs, coffee shops and restaurants. You can go for a walk, shopping, or dining while breathing the fresh air from the sea. Another option is the bowling and family entertainment centre.

Aswan is one of the most important historic cities in the world, located at the far south of Egypt; the city is the place for many Ancient Egyptian monuments. The city houses more than 1.5 million inhabitants from different races and cultures and is a part of UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) in craft and folk art category.
The city of Aswan is known as the land of gold, as it represented a large necropolis for the pharaohs’ mummies and treasures for thousands of years. Nubians are the indigenous of Aswan and they represent 30% of the total population of the city, they have their distinctive culture and language, and they are very welcoming and generous people.
Aswan has a desert climate with a very hot summer; it’s considered as one of the hottest and driest cities in the world, however, in winter the situation is much better.

History
The Early history of the city is quite outstanding, as it represented the focal point for the ancient Egyptians and also the Ptolemies, while many other Egyptian monuments acquired their granite from the local quarries of Aswan.
Historically, the city of Aswan was one of the most important cities in Upper Egypt and the southern gateway to it. The city is mentioned by numerous ancient writers, including Antonine Itinerary, Herodotus, Pliny the Elder, Strabo, Stephanus of Byzantium, Ptolemy, and Vitruvius.
Aswan flourished in the Islamic era in the 10th century AD and represented the route to the coast of the Red Sea, from which ships sailed to Hijaz, Yemen, and India. The city was also a very important cultural center in the 6th and 7th centuries AH.
Places to visit
The importance of Aswan was reflected on its significant monuments. The city is the home for Philae Temple (Temple of Isis), Abu Simbel Temples which is one of the most visited places in Egypt, the unique Kom-Ombo Temple which is a duplicate mirroring itself on either side of a central axis, Temple of Kalabsha.

Aside from the ancient Egyptian attractions, you will have a great time visiting places like Aswan Botanical Garden, Aswan High dam, the Amazing Elephantine Island, Nubian Village, and the Nubian Museum.
For shopping and purchasing some souvenirs, Aswan Market is the place to go, or you can buy some of the handcrafted works from locals.
What to eat?
The city has a lot of good restaurants serving different variety of food from the Egyptian cousin and the International cousin as well, but we recommend trying the traditional Nubian food, as its unique to this area of the country.
The city is located alongside the Nile, in addition it houses the lake of Nasser, so you can expect a good and fresh fish dishes.
Night Life
The night puts the whole city on display with Amazing light work on the temples and other monuments; other option is a Nile Cruise for a fresh breeze of air and Amazing View of the Nile.

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Alexandria is the 3rd largest city in Egypt after Cairo and Giza, it’s also the seventh largest city in Africa, and one of the main economic centers in Egypt. With a total population that exceeds 5.5 million, Alexandria is the largest city on the Mediterranean in terms of population. The city is usually named “Bride of the Mediterranean” by the Egyptian people.
Alexandria is one of the popular tourist destinations in the country, as it’s the place for a lot of very important monuments plus the fascinating long coast that extends for about 40km on the Mediterranean Sea.

Alexandria is located at the north of Egypt, 13 meter above the see level, the climate of the city is moderate for the most part of the year, however, during winter the city experiences heavy rains and violent storms.

History
The city of Alexandria was founded in c. 331 BC by Alexander the Great, and by time it became the most important city of the whole country for about 10 centuries, until the conquest of Muslims in AD 641 when the capital was moved to Al-Fustat (Cairo).
The Arab conquest of Egypt largely marginalized the city before re-emerging in the modern era as one of the most important centers not only for tourism but also for Industry and Logistics, as Alexandria has become a vital port for the international shipping.
Alexandria was a major point of early Christianity, and was the center of the Patriarchate of Alexandria. The city houses the Church of Alexandria, which is the main Coptic Orthodox Church in Egypt, Middle-east and Africa.

Places to Visit
The city of Alexandria has a unique blend of history and modernity, however, only little remains of the ancient city to be found, Alexandria still retains its Mediterranean culture.
The city offers fabulous places and monuments, form its Greek past to its modernized era, including Ancient Roman Amphitheater, Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa, the Corniche, Stanley bridge, the new Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Montazah Palace, Montazah Gardens, Citadel of Quaitbay, Alexandria National Museum, Ras el-Tin Palace and many more.
As the city has along coast on the Mediterranean Sea, as a result, spending a nice time on the beach is a nice option, and for that purpose, Mamoura beach won’t let you down, you can also consider Abu Qir beach, Montzah beach, and san stefano beach.
For shopping, the options are not limited; you go for city Center Alexandria, Green Plaza Mall, San stefano Grand Plaza, or even shopping from the local shops in streets of the city.

What to eat?
The moment you land a foot on the city of Alexandria, you know that the food will be good. For the breakfast, it will be a traditional Egyptian food, not necessarily something exclusive for the city, the good news is it will be very delicious, you can try the fava bean with tahini and tomato salsa, alongside the falafel which is also made of fava bean, with different variety of cheese, Eggplant and French fries, and the awesome balady bread.
As you probably knew by now, Alexandria is a coastal city, so you can expect excellent dishes of seafood for launch/ dinner, especially if you shopped for some fresh goods from “Halket El-Samak” or “Souq Al-Midan”, the catch here is that they don’t just sell the fresh seafood, but they cook it for you the way you like or as they suggest. Dishes like squid with tomatoes and onions, Grilled Shrimps, sautéed Fish are a must during your stay in the city.
Don’t get me wrong, yes the city is well-known for its seafood, but it’s also known for a lot of local dishes such as grilled liver or brain sandwiches, oriental meat pies “Feteer and last but not least the Egyptian version of fondue.
After finishing your meal, you can settle for a fresh home-made ice cream from one of the many local shops in the city, you can also try some traditional Egyptian sweets as basbosa, Kunafah, and many more.

Night Life
The city at night is magical, you can chose between a number of bars and coffee shops, or maybe some night photography at stanley bridge, or a walk on the Corniche while engaging with locals.

Kahert al-Muizz, the city of a thousand minarets, Al-Mahrousa, the jewel of the East, all of them are names for the same city, which is the city of Cairo, the capital of Egypt and its most important and vital city and the largest among the Arab capitals in terms of population. This fascinating city is inhabited by more than ten million people, representing a percentage exceeding 10% Of the population of Egypt.
The city is characterized by a unique mix of different civilizations and cultures. It is also the headquarters of many different international and regional organizations and bodies. It houses the League of Arab States in addition to many regional offices of organizations and bodies such as the United Nations Organization for Women, the Food and Agriculture Organization “FAO”, the World Health Organization and others.
Cairo is located in the north of Egypt on the side of the Nile River, and is characterized by a moderate climate most times of the year. The name of the city mean “the conqueror” and this name was given by the Fatimid Caliph Al-Muizz Li Din Allah, as an indication that this city will conquer the Abbasid state at that time. The city has acquired through the ages a high position and great importance that made it one of the most important tourist cities in the world.

City history
Cairo is considered one of the oldest cities in history, and the city has a rich cultural, civilizational and historical background that cannot be matched by many cities, due to the succession of many empires to rule Egypt, and as a result of the accumulation of these different cultures and civilizations through the ages, the city has become one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world.
The beginning was with the Pharaonic city of “õn” or Ain Shams today. In the Pharaonic era, the city represented an important center for ancient Egyptian culture through the various ruling dynasties, and this appears in many of the Pharaonic monuments in the city, but after the extreme weakness of the late Egyptian dynasties, Egypt has turned to the rule of the Persians and then the Greek state and then the Roman Empire.
In the year 641 AD, the Islamic state succeeded during the reign of Caliph Umar ibn al-Khattab to seize the rule of Egypt, where the armies of Muslims led by Amr ibn al-Aas were able to defeat the Romans. During the islamic Caliphate, Egypt has been ruled by many states, beginning with the Umayyad state and then the Abbasid state and then The Tulunid state, through the Ikhchidid state, then the Fatimid, and then the Ayyubid state, and ending with the rule of the Mamluks and then the Ottoman Empire.

The most important monuments and tourist attractions
Due to the rich history of the city, Cairo is characterized by a unique mixture of different tourist attractions, starting from the Pharaonic monuments such as the pyramids area, the Sphinx and the Cairo Museum in Tahrir Square, in addition the Coptic archaeological sites such as the hanging church in the City of old, the Church of St. George in the same neighborhood as well, the Church of St. Abu Sarjah, and the Coptic Museum, Which is located within the boundaries of what remains of the Babylon fortress in the Kom Ghorab area.
As for the Islamic monuments in the city, they are a lot to be counted, for example: the Citadel of Salah al-Din al-Ayyubi on the Mokattam Mountain (which also contains the Mosque of Muhammad Ali), the Mosque of Amr ibn al-Aas in the Old city of Cairo, al-Muizz Li Din Allah Street in the Jamaliyeh area (in which we find the Al-Hakim Mosque), Ahmed Ibn Tulun Mosque in Sayyida Zainab, Sultan Hassan Mosque in Al-Darb Al-Ahmar, Museum of Islamic Art in Al-Darb Al-Ahmar area as well, and many more.

Tourism in Cairo is not limited to museums and ancient monuments, but also the charming view of the Nile River. The city has a large number of wonderful places to visit such as the Cairo Tower, Al-Azhar Park, Abdeen Palace, Baron Palace, the Japanese Garden, Zamalek District, and more.
Of course, a tourist trip to any city will not be complete without a shopping, and Khan Al Khalili is the most important destination for buying the most beautiful handcrafted souvenirs of wood and copper, small statues of glass, lanterns and many more, while malls such as City Stars, Cairo Festival, City Center Maadi and others offer many options to buy the latest fashion.
Certainly, after a tiring shopping tour, the day should end with a delicious dinner, and fortunately Cairo has a large number of restaurants, from simple local restaurants to famous international eateries as KFC, McDonald’s and others, and the finest hotel restaurants.

What to eat?
The great civilizational and cultural diversity of the city was not only reflected in the archaeological monuments, but also made its way to the Egyptian cuisine, which is also characterized by a great diversity and a unique mixture, as for breakfast, you can try Egyptian Favs beans in many ways, in addition to the Taameya tablets, which are also made of favs beans, along with eggplant and french fries and other goodies all combine in a hot loaf of Egyptian bread (baladi bread), and of course you will have to finish this hearty meal with a cup of tea.
For lunch, the options are a lot to chose from, on the one hand you can try the most famous local dish “koshari”, which consists of lentils, rice, pasta, chickpeas, fried onions, tomato sauce, and then you finish your meal with a glass of refreshing cane juice, all this at a low price and wonderful taste, On the other hand you can try Egyptian grills such as kofta, kebab, tarb, liver, sausage, etc., alongside the famous molokhia soup and Egyptian rice with vermicelli that is indispensable, or perhaps you can try some other dishes such as stuffed pigeons, pasta with bechamel sauce, or even a variety of delicious Egyptian Mahashi.

Of course, the day should end with a selection of Egyptian sweets such as kunafa, jalash, balah al-sham, lokma al-qadi and others, along with a cup of tea, or you can try some local dishes such as “Umm Ali”, which is a mixture of milk, bread chips and nuts, or rice budding but do not forget to try The impeccable Egyptian Mango juice from one of the local drinks shops.

Night Life
The number one option for nigh at Cairo is Felucca tour through the nile, you can also attend the pyramids sound and light show, or Al-Tannoura dance troup.
Another option is the opera house, where you can experience a lot of great arts, such as Cairo Symphony Orchestra, Opera ballet and many more.