Egypt is one of the best countries as a tourist destination. Many people in different countries of the world want to go on a tourist trip to Egypt to see the effects of the ancient Egyptian civilization.
There is also a modern civilization and there are pleasant beaches in Egypt.
If you want to get to know the most important places that you can visit in Egypt, here are these thirty tourist sites that you can enjoy.
The most important tourist sites in Egypt, ancient and modern
1)
Pyramids of Giza: The iconic ancient Egyptian pyramids, including
the Great Pyramid of Khufu.
2)
Sphinx: The Great Sphinx of Giza, a massive statue that dates back
to the reign of Pharaoh Khafre.
3)
Valley of the Kings: A vast burial ground for Pharaohs of ancient
Egypt in Luxor.
4)
Abu Simbel Temples: Two massive rock temples built by Pharaoh
Ramses II in southern Egypt.
5)
Karnak Temple: One of the largest temple complexes in Egypt,
located in Luxor.
6)
The Temple of Luxor: A monumental ancient temple dedicated to the
god Amun in Luxor.
7)
The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities: A world-renowned museum in
Cairo that houses a vast collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts.
8)
Saqqara: An ancient necropolis that includes the Step Pyramid of
Djoser and several other pyramids.
9)
Cairo Citadel: A medieval fortress built by Saladin in the 12th
century that offers panoramic views of Cairo.
10)Alexandria: A coastal
city known for its rich history, including the ancient Library of Alexandria
and the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa.
11)St. Catherine's
Monastery: An ancient Greek Orthodox monastery located at the base of Mount
Sinai.
12)Al-Azhar Mosque: One of
the oldest and most prestigious Islamic universities in the world, located in
Cairo.
13)Red Sea Resorts: A
string of popular seaside resorts that offer breathtaking views and world-class
snorkeling and diving opportunities.
14)Temple of Edfu: A
well-preserved ancient Egyptian temple dedicated to the god Horus.
15)Temple of Dendara: A
well-preserved ancient Egyptian temple dedicated to the goddess Hathor.
16)El-Deir Monastery: A
remote Coptic Orthodox monastery located in the Western Desert, near Luxor.
17)Aswan Dam: A massive
hydroelectric dam on the Nile River that provides electricity to much of Egypt.
18)Bibliotheca Alexandrina:
A modern library in Alexandria that pays homage to the ancient Library of
Alexandria.
19)Unfinished Obelisk: A
massive, partially carved obelisk that provides a glimpse into ancient Egyptian
stoneworking techniques.
20)Mount Sinai: A holy
mountain in the Sinai Peninsula that is considered the site of Moses' encounter
with God.
21)The Hanging Church: A
Coptic Orthodox church in Cairo that is suspended above a gatehouse of the Roman
Fortress of Babylon.
22)The Ramesseum: A temple
complex dedicated to Pharaoh Ramses II, located in Thebes (Luxor).
23)Philae Temple: An
ancient temple dedicated to the goddess Isis, located on the island of Philae
in Aswan.
24)Kom Ombo Temple: A dual
temple dedicated to the gods Sobek and Haroeris, located in the city of Kom
Ombo.
25)El-Moez Street: A
historic street in Cairo that is lined with medieval Islamic monuments and
buildings.
26)The Coptic Museum: A
museum in Cairo dedicated to the history and culture of the Coptic Orthodox
Church in Egypt.
27)Wadi el-Shatt el-Rigga:
A scenic canyon located in the eastern Sinai Peninsula that is famous for its
natural beauty and recreational activities.
28)The Mosque of Amr ibn
al-As: The first mosque built in Egypt, located in Cairo.
29)The Suez Canal: A
man-made canal that connects the Mediterranean and Red Seas and is a major
shipping route.
30)Sharm el-Sheikh: A
popular seaside resort located in the southern Sinai Peninsula that is known
for its crystal-clear waters and beach activities.
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