It is one of the most prominent tourist countries in the world, visited by more than 8 million tourists annually. Egypt is characterized by the abundance of tourist attractions, the proliferation of museums, temples, historical and artistic buildings, and vast gardens. Beach tourism attracts a large number of tourists due to Egypt's distinct beaches with a length of more than 3000 km on the coast of the White Sea and the Red Sea. This is an overview of the best areas to visit for those who want tourism in Egypt:
The Best Time To Visit Egypt
The best time to visit Egypt is in the period between October and mid-April, while the months of December and January are the peak of the tourist season, especially archaeological sites such as museums, temples and pyramids.
1- Cairo
Cairo is located in the northern part of the country and is still admired by many Arab and non-Arab tourists as well, as it is the home of civilization and culture. Cairo is bustling with life and people everywhere, but far from the noise, you will find the imprints of history in its corners, starting from the pyramids to the statues of thinkers and writers. One of its most famous tourist attractions is the Grand Egyptian Museum, which includes a large collection of ancient Egypt and statues of the pharaohs. Among the heritage places are: Salah El-Din Al-Ayyubi Castle, the Religions Complex, Khan Al-Khalili Street and Al-Hussein Street, which bring you back to simplicity and good times. There is also no doubt that the presence of the Nile is a beautiful addition to Cairo, as visitors ride the “Nile City” boat, which includes famous restaurants inside such as Chili's and Studio Egypt, and take an enjoyable tour across the Nile.
2- Giza Pyramids
The first place that tourists think of when visiting Cairo is the pyramids, which have always been a mystery to scientists and people, and are one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The Pyramids of Giza are located in the Giza Governorate on the west bank of the Nile River. The great pyramid is called “Khufu” and the next pyramid is “Khafre.” As for the small pyramid, its name is “Minkaure” in relation to the ancient kings of Egypt. The statue of the Sphinx depicts the head of King Khafre in the body of a lion, which symbolizes strength, intelligence and wisdom, and is said to be an image of the sun god. Visitors love riding horses and camels in the Pyramids Square, buying antiques and souvenirs, as well as enjoying the charming view of the pyramids in front of them.
3- Luxor
Luxor is located on the banks of the Nile River and was in the past the capital of Egypt in the Pharaonic era. Luxor is nicknamed the City of the Hundred Gates and the City of the Sun. It is one of the most beautiful tourist places in the winter, because its climate is warm and temperate. This city was the main destination for tourism hundreds of years ago. The most important characteristic of Luxor is the presence of many monuments dating back to the days of the pharaohs and their rule in Egypt. There is the Temple of Ramesseum, which was built by King Ramses II, where it includes huge statues in its form, in addition to the Temple of Karnak, which was the largest house of worship in ancient Egypt.
4- Alexandria
Alexandria is called the Bride of the Mediterranean and was the ancient capital of Egypt. It is a city rich in Pharaonic, Greek, Greek and Islamic history as well. The Bibliotheca Alexandrina is a wonderful shrine for lovers of knowledge and learning about everything new. Within this huge library, there are 4 museums and more than 10 exhibitions. The Mediterranean Sea adorns this city with its golden beaches and clear waters.
5- Aswan
Aswan is home to the pharaonic civilization and the perfect place to learn about the Nubian culture. It is a quiet city and the people are friendly. Aswan is famous for the Abu Simbel Temple, in which there is a carving of the statues of Ramses II and Nefertiti on the mountains, which shows the strength of the pharaohs in construction, and it was included in the UNESCO Heritage List. The best way to discover the magic of Aswan is to ride aboard a felucca (traditional dhow) and see the city and the Nubian villages on a tour across the Nile.
6- Dahshur
Dahshur is a village in Giza Governorate and is considered one of the most important tourist places in Egypt. It houses a number of ancient kings and has five pyramids: the curved and northern pyramid, the red pyramid, which is the first complete pyramid in the history of Egypt, the pyramid of King Senusret, and finally the pyramid of King Amenemhat. Tourists come to it from all over to visit these great pharaonic monuments.
7- Sharm El-Sheikh
The most famous tourist city in Egypt is located at the confluence of the Gulfs of Aqaba and Suez on the Red Sea coast. Sharm El-Sheikh is one of the four most beautiful cities in the world, according to the BBC classification in 2005. The clarity of Sharm waters and colorful coral reefs, in addition to various and rare fish, are the reason for the love of tourists to Sharm El-Sheikh, especially divers. It is the place that brings together families and their children in its beaches and divers and lovers of exploration within its waters. Sharm weather is mild throughout the year, between 20-25 degrees Celsius. Among its favorite places are: Tiran Island, Ras Mohammed Nature Reserve, and Aqua Park in Nabq Bay. Popular activities in Sharm El-Sheikh are: Parachute rides, dolphin shows, safari rides, jet-skiing, and mountain walking. Talking about the activities of Sharm El-Sheikh and the fun it offers to tourists is not enough, it is necessary to visit it and enjoy all that it has.
8- Siwa
Siwa is an oasis in the Western Sahara, and the language of its inhabitants is a mixture of Berber and Ethiopian. The name Siwa comes from "Sikht-am", which means the land of palms. It has orchards, olive trees and many fruits in the middle of the desert. In addition to its trees, Siwa has wide lakes, springs, and many springs, the most famous of which is Ain Cleopatra, which is a stone bath filled with natural hot spring water. The oasis includes 32 villages and tourist hotels, some of which are modern and have a character of urbanization, such as “Adrar Amalal”, including an old one that takes into account the environment of the place. Siwa is the ideal destination for lovers of adventure and exploration.
9- Hurghada
Hurghada is located on the western shore of the Red Sea and is one of the most prominent tourism areas in Egypt. Hurghada is divided into four sections, first: Saqala, which has markets, hotels, diving centers and beaches. Secondly, the plateau, and there are tourist villages and luxury resorts, the most famous of which are Sinbad and the Hilton. Thirdly, Al-Dahar, which is a popular area inhabited by the people of the city, and finally, the Airport Road area. Hurghada is distinguished by its diversity of entertainment, from oases and safari to deep sea diving experiences.
10- El Gouna
El Gouna, or as it is called the Bride of Hurghada, is the most beautiful place that we recommend in Egypt. Its location is close to the cities of Sharm El Sheikh and Hurghada. It has golf courses on large areas, in addition to many marine activities such as surfing, diving, swimming and hiking, and there are other places to visit such as Digital Library and Museum of El Gouna.
11- North Coast
To the north of Egypt, where the soft golden sands and turquoise waters are, the North Coast is considered one of the most beautiful beach tourist places in Egypt, and it has many attractive villages such as the North Coast Marina, Marassi, Amwaj Village and other famous tourist villages, which are among the best recommended areas.
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