The pyramids embody the spirit of ancient Egypt. Shrouded in mystery, protected by legendary curses and one of the most impressive architectural achievements from the world dating back before Christ, they are an absolute must-see at some point in your life.
The pyramids of Giza
While there are nearly 100 pyramids scattered across the Egyptian desert, the [...]
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Steeped in ancient biblical history, the Red Sea is where God is said to have parted the sea for Moses and the Israelites who were fleeing from the Egyptian army. Wheels from some pharaoh’s chariots have since been found in the Red Sea which has re-invigorated believers and prompted re-inspection of the Old Testament accounts [...]
The Valley of the Kings is in Luxor set amongst huge sandstone cliffs. This is where the Ancient Egyptians used to bury their regal dead. Great Pharaohs would be laid to rest in magnificent tombs deep under the earth. The tombs would be filled with treasures and belongings that the Pharaoh would need in the [...]
No trip to Egypt is complete without taking a journey down the River Nile. The Nile was the life-blood of Ancient Egypt, its waters fertilising the land, carrying trade and providing fish and textiles: the Papyrus reeds that grew alongside the Nile were made into the earliest forms of paper.
A Nile boat trip is also [...]
When visiting Egypt, a visit into the capital, Cairo, is a must; if only to see how modern life combines with its ancient routes, visible in the form of the pyramids and other historic landmarks that are found here. Cairo is the largest city in the whole of Africa and one of the most populous [...]
If myths and legends fill you with intrigue and the desire to get your map and archaeology kit out, there’s no better place to explore than Egypt. Ancient pyramids, pharaoh’s tombs, hidden treasures yet to be uncovered that still lurk under expanses of rolling desert, there really is a historical feast to be consumed in [...]