It is no coincidence that Egypt is considered a country of archaeological finds, the cradle of an ancient culture. Moreover, it is one of the most popular resort countries in the world. Affordable prices, fine sand beaches, hot sun almost all year round, transparent sea with fish and corals, wonderful hotels - this is why tourists are so attracted to Egypt. Its sights are also diverse. The history of the state is very rich and eventful. Hence the diversity of historical monuments and architectural structures.
Egypt. Sights and cultural features
Tourists do not have to think long about what to see in Egypt.
The visiting card and the most ancient construction of the planet are the pyramids. They are located in Giza near Cairo. The Great Pyramid of Cheops is the only surviving monument from the list of Seven Wonders of the World. Until now, scientists can not solve all the secrets of the Egyptian pyramids.
Here is such a magnificent Great Sphinx, looking east. A figure of a lion is carved from a limestone rock with a face similar to that of Pharaoh Chephren. From ancient times, the pharaohs were depicted in the form of figures of lions, exterminating their enemies, since the lion was considered a symbol of the God of the Sun.
It is worth going to Cairo not only to visit museums (although there are many of them), but also to explore the city - the largest in all of Africa. Cairo is the capital of the great state of Egypt. Its sights are of interest to people who want to immerse themselves in ancient history. It is worth visiting the Museum of Antiquity with its 107 halls that store more than one hundred thousand exhibits. One of the most interesting is the Royal Mummy Room, containing the mummies of the pharaohs, various household items from the legendary tomb of Tutankhamun.
Near the resort of Sharm el-Sheikh rises Mount Sinai, or Mount Moses, where Christians go for pilgrimage from ancient times. Also attracts this place and tourists. You can climb at night along a long path to the mountain and meet the first rays of the sun at its peak. You can walk all the way, or you can use the services of the Bedouins, who will offer you a camel ride for a small fee.
You should definitely visit Luxor, this open-air museum city. The huge complex of temples and tombs of Luxor in itself attracts tourists to Egypt. The sights of the city are historically divided territorially by the Nile River into the City of the Living with museums and temples and the City of the Dead with the tombs of the pharaohs.
Visit Alexandria - the second largest city in the state of Egypt. Its attractions are also impressive. The pace of life in Alexandria is calmer than in Cairo. And the city is visited by tourists who want to leisurely explore all the archaeological relics preserved from the time when this Alexandria was the cultural center of the East.
Of course, the most attractive sights of Egypt for modern people are its excellent resorts: democratic Hurghada, the popular Sharm el-Sheikh and less visited, but also very attractive Dahab, Nuweiba, Safaga and others.
Weather in Egypt
A great time for a trip to rest in Egypt is spring (from March to May) and autumn (from September to November). However, many tourists in December and January arrive in Egypt. Sightseeing becomes easier, since there is no longer an influx of tourists in the autumn. And the sea is still warm, the air temperature during the day allows you to swim, and a good tan. Only for evening walks you have to wear thin sweaters, and at night it is cool enough (+ 10 C). In summer, the temperature can be above +40 degrees, but for many tourists this does not interfere with visiting the country in the summer months. The climate in Egypt is so favorable that it makes the state attractive for tourists almost all year round.