It is the home of everything a traveler might be looking for from amazing historical sites dating to more than 4000 years to enchanting city resorts & beaches. You will live the vacation you deserve as Egypt has everything you could possibly imagine.
Egypt boasts of a spectacularly beautiful landscape filled with cultural gems. Sun, sea and sand interspersed with a touch of exotic culture and heritage, the gushing river Nile, ancient monuments, vast deserts, world-famous coral reefs to cosmopolitan cities – enough reasons to visit Egypt! That ensures you don’t have to browse through hundreds of holiday destinations across the globe for your perfect vacation – the mesmerizing land of Egypt has it all!
A land that gave birth to one of the ‘Seven Wonders of the Ancient World’ – the Great Pyramids of Giza, one of the largest bazaars in the Middle East located in Cairo – Khan-el-Khalili, coastal resorts of Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh – ideal for family holidays, jam packed beach resorts brimming with luxury, water sports activities, entertainment and shopping…the list is long! Here are the top 12 reasons why you should visit Egypt right now.
12 reasons why you should travel to Egypt:
1-Gaze At The Pyramids of Giza.
Let’s state the obvious first, right? The initial draw for many tourists to Egypt is to see the pyramids that we all learned about while in primary school. And, in my opinion, they don’t disappoint – they’re spectacular! The Great Pyramid of Giza (the largest of the three) is the oldest and is the only one of the “Seven Wonders of the Ancient World” which is still standing.
2-Play Kissy-Face With The Sphinx.
Also located in Giza near the pyramids is the Great Sphinx. The sphinx is the oldest known monumental sculpture and is generally believed to have been built sometime around 2520-2494 BC. You can pay a small price and have a talented local to pose you to appear to be kissing Mr. Sphinx.
3-Indulge in Delicious Egyptian Cuisine.
I found Egyptian food to be fantastic! I loved lamb kebab (minced meat skewers), baba ghannoug (a spread made with eggplant), kofta (meatballs), dolma (stuffed grape leaves), shawarma (shredded meat in a pita) and even mahshi hamam (roasted pigeon stuffed with rice and herbs)! (Hey, don’t knock the pigeon until you’ve tried it).
4-Search for Treasure while Shopping in Khan-el-Khalili
The Khan al-Khalili market in Cairo is one of the Middle East’s largest bazaars and is filled with copper, spices, alabaster, silver and perfumes. The “Khan,” as it is often called, may be my very favorite of all the markets and bazaars I’ve visited during my travels. If you have a discerning eye and are a good negotiator you can find great deals on quality products.
5-Hit the Beach and Splash in the Red Sea.
Need a break from the heat and sightseeing? If you’re seeking relaxation and respite head to Egypt’s Red Sea Riviera. The area is jam-packed with beach resorts and brimming with five star luxury, watersports, shopping and entertainment.Reasons Why You Should Travel to Egypt
6-Admire Ancient Antiquities at the Egyptian Museum.
While in Cairo, browse the dazzling collection at the Egyptian Museum. Where else can you see King Tut’s golden mask and mummies? Read more about the top 5 “must-sees” in the Egyptian Museum here.
7-Kick Back, Relax and Cruise the Nile River.
I’m typically not a “cruise” person, but I thoroughly enjoyed my three night cruise on the Nile River traveling from Aswan to Luxor. Aside from forcing me to relax and slow down a bit, the scenery from the ship was fantastic and ever-changing. One moment the ship was drifting past lush jungle foliage, and the next the scenery was changing to a camel-filled arid desert. From the deck of the ship, you’ll see Egyptian men plowing their fields and women washing their dishes in the river – sights seemingly unchanged from hundreds of years ago.
8-Explore Temples, Temples and More Temples.
After the pyramids, the main reason most tourists visit Egypt is to travel back in time (or, pretend to be Indiana Jones) while exploring the country’s ancient temples. The temples are filled with interesting carvings, paintings and hieroglyphics. My favorite that I saw is the one pictured above of a woman giving birth!
9-Feel the Thrill while Sailing on the River Nile.
A felucca is a small, traditional Egyptian wooden sailboat. It’s possible to take a felucca tour lasting several days; however, I would recommend taking an hour or two cruise at sunset while in Cairo,Luxor or Aswan. The ride is a beautiful and a memorable experience.
10-Experience Alexandria’s European Flair.
Alexandria was the place for wealthy Europeans to vacation in the 1930’s. Although the city is well-past it’s golden era, Alexandria makes for an interesting visit since the city has an extremely different vibe from other Egyptian cites. You’ll feel like you’ve been transported back in time as you stroll the through the streets lined with gorgeous, albeit run-down, European style buildings.
11-A Scenic Hot Air Balloon Ride
Get the once-in-a-lifetime experience to witness the glories of the ancient historical sights of Egypt from the air. This hot air balloon ride can take you to explore the majestic side of Egypt as you glide over the pyramids, burial grounds and some of the best ancient temples.
12-Mix and Mingle with Friendly Locals.
Unfortunately, it seems that sometimes Egyptian men get a bad rap in Western media. In my experience, all the Egyptians I met were kind and helpful.