Although it is unfortunate that there are some political instabilities in Egypt currently (2015) that are reducing tourism, there is still some tourist travel that occurs. If you have the opportunity to go there, then you will find that a trip to Egypt is a true step back into time … lot’s of time; in fact, many thousands of years. Egypt has so many antiquities to display that you will no doubt become overwhelmed with pharoah overload. Cairo and Giza offer the wonders of the world, and you will stand in awe at the base of the great pyramid and wonder as many others have wondered … “how did they do it?” A camel ride that provides a wide view of all of the pyramids and the Sphinx will not be forgotten. You can even stay at a hotel (The Mena House) adjacent to the Great Pyramid that offers an amazing close-up view through your bedroom window. And the pyramid is illuminated at night, so you can gaze out of your window at it at any time.
The Egypt museum in downtown Cairo will similarly overload you with thousands of great displays of antiquities. Outstanding museum touring shows of Egyptian artifacts are created in other countries with displays that are only a tiny fraction of a percent of what exists in the Egypt museum. The mummy room and the King Tut displays are must-see items. Be aware that cameras are not allowed, and that the mummy room has separate hours and tickets. As you did at the Great Pyramid, you will stand in awe at King Tut’s Gold sarcophagus, and will be amazed when you see and touch his numerous carriages. Cairo itself is a city of wonder, with over 20 million people, and a driving trip through the streets is an adventure comparable to a ride at an amusement park. You have to experience it firsthand to believe it. The city never sleeps, and it seems like there are more people on the streets at 2 a.m. than at noon. The old shopping Bazaar has nearly everything … you could shop there for a week straight and not see everything.
The city of Luxor is well south of Cairo, and offers a further astounding list of antiquities. It will take you many days to view just part of what is available. It has many world-famous temples, as well as the Valleys of the Kings and Queens. With temples such as Karnac, Habu and Luxor, there are huge complexes of 5000-year-old statues, columns, carvings, engravings and other antiquities that will leave a lasting impression on the visitor. Karnac is a huge place, in fact too large to view in one day. The carved columns, statues and obelisks there must be viewed and touched to be fully appreciated. The great statue of Ramses at Habu temple is one obligatory photo that everyone must take. A visit to the Valley of the Kings (and Queens) will leave you with a true sense of ancient history. The tombs of the pharaohs are amazing, and the tomb artwork will leave a lasting impression on the visitor. From Luxor there are many, many ships that cruise the Nile down to Aswan Dam. Further south, near the southern border of Egypt, is the great statue complex at Abu Simbel. A photograph of yourself in front of the enormous statues there is another great picture that you will proudly display over your desk.
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