TOP 10 TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN EGYPT
I know that Egypt is on your list to visit one day. But what are the tourist attractions in Egypt? There are many attractions and landmarks to visit in Egypt. Here, I will give the top 10 tourist attractions in Egypt.
tourist attractions in Egypt
You should notice that the list includes only the top 10 attractions. However, tourist attractions in Egypt are more plentiful and varied.
I arranged the list according to the city, starting from Cairo. So let’s go!
1. Giza Pyramids and Sphinx
Number one Top attraction not only in Egypt but in the whole world. One of the oldest buildings and the only one of the seven wonders still exist until now.
2. The Egyptian Museum
was built in 1901 and located in Il Their Square in the Centre of Cairo city. However, the Egyptian government is planning to relocate the museum near the Giza pyramids. By the end of 2020, it is expected to be the opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum and Giza Pyramids.
3. Mosque of Muhammad Ali
The Great Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha was built in 1830. The mosque is situated on the summit of Saladin citadel.
4. The Cave Church
visit the Coptic Cairo and enjoy the History of Coptic Egypt.
5. Valley of Kings
It is a valley in Luxor, on the west bank of the Nile. It contains the tombs of the pharaohs and powerful nobles from 16th to 11th century BC.
6. Aswan High Dam
once you are in Aswan, you can’t miss the High Dam. You might find the story, the war, and the struggle behind building the Dam is more interesting than the Dam itself.
7. Abu Simbel Temples
in the most southern part of Egypt, Enjoy the story and how the temple with relocated to avoid drowning in Naser Lake. One of the magnificent temples in the world.
8. Ras Mohamed National Park
The heaven under the water the unique colored fishes and coral reef. One of the best diving spots in the whole world.
9. Saint Catherine’s Monastery
and the mountains in south Sinai enjoy the hiking on the camel’s back. One of the unique adventures. Also, there will be great stories about Prophet Moses and his life in Sinai.
10. The White Desert
very unique with its white stones, so it looks like a white desert. Around 4 hours by the car from Cairo.