Egypt one of the countries located on the African continent in this country's history and heritage tourist places are stunning. Almost all regions in Egypt has historical value. 10 Egyptian tourist destination list is certainly not able to represent what the real Egypt.
1. The Pyramids and the Sphinx
Egypt is almost identical with its pyramids and sphinx. There
are more than 80 pyramids in Egypt, and is the largest pyramid Pyramids
of Giza and the Great Sphinx is the largest shpinx. In the body of the pyramid there is a mummy or kings are preserved, while the sphinx is a human-headed lion. Pyramids and sphinx in Egypt prove that the highest man-made structure in the world that holds many mysteries.
2. Cairo
Egypt's capital city is the largest city in Africa and the most populous. Cairo is also a center of Islamic science. The oldest university in the world Al-Azhar was also in Cairo. Building houses, ancient buildings are very thick with Islamic architecture. Cairo is the nickname for the city by 1000 the tower. Because of mosques in Cairo minimum has two towers.
3. Alexandria
Or Al Iskandariyya Alexandria is Egypt's second largest city and one of the most famous cities in the world. In Alexandria there is a sphinx and the ancient Roman theater. The Great Lighthouse included in the 7 Wonders of the World. Many tourists are attracted to visit Alexandria because the place is very beautiful.
4. Red Sea
Red Sea is mentioned in the holy book at the time of Moses parting the Red Sea with his cane. When the followers of Moses and the Israelites escape the Pharaoh. Suez Canal connects the Red Sea (Egypt) to the Mediterranean Sea. Red Sea biodiversity, coral reefs, atolls and high salinity. Although many dangerous species in the Red Sea, but it did not dampen the divers to enjoy its beauty.
5. Luxor
Luxor
is an ancient city in South Heliopolis, in Luxor there are many
historical sites such as the monuments of Ancient Egypt lie, the ruins
of the temples and tombs as well as the largest open-air museum. Tourism is the economic foundation of the population of Luxor.
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Nile River |
6. Nile
The
Nile is the longest river in the world and where the legendary Moses
never washed away into the Nile until found by Pharaoh's daughter. The Nile is the heart of Egypt's population lives. Egyptian public life rests on the Nile. Start of tourism facilities, dams, the center of economy, agriculture, fisheries, transportation and so forth. Not one if there is a saying that says, "The Nile is a gift to the people of Egypt".
7. Hurghada
Hurghada is a city in Egypt, located on the Red Sea and is famous for its beautiful beaches with white sand. Hurghada also offers tourist attractions are well-supported facilities. In Hurghada there are many resorts, hotels and inns. Coral reefs Hurghada Beach is considered the most beautiful in the world. Hurghada also become an international center of water sports such as windsurfing, sailing, diving and more.
8. Sharm el-Sheikh
Sharm el-Sheikh is Egypt tourist town area, lots of entertainment and tourism facilities available here. Strategic
position overlooking the Bay of Tiran and the Gulf of Aqaba, Sharm
el-Sheikh is a paradise of water attractions such as snorkeling, scuba
diving and more. In Sharm el-Sheikh, we can see Mount Sinai and Naama Bay. Golf course with complete facilities are also available there.
9. Karnak
Karnak is a temple complex, the ruins of temples, colonnades and other buildings. This site shows that the first ever lasted a civilization. There are 3 main temple and many small temples. In the reign of Pharaoh, Karnak was built as a place of worship.
10. Mount Sinai
Mount Sinai is the highest peak in the town of Saint Kahterine's. Mount
Sinai is visited by many tourists, because in this mountain Moses
received the revelation of God, which is the 10 commandments were given
to Israel. At the peak of Sinai also stands a mosque and a church, and many climbers are attracted towards the peak.