| Are you looking for a great travel destination, but do | | | | proclaimed to be the place where Moses led the |
| not want to visit the same old tourist haunts? Are you | | | | children of Israel and received the Ten |
| looking for a place that can provide an exotic and | | | | Commandments from God. It is also claimed as the |
| interesting environment? Then consider taking a trip to | | | | place where Moses saw the burning bush and spoke |
| the unique and ancient land of Egypt. If you love to | | | | to God. The site is currently the home of St. |
| explore the architecture and lifestyles of the old world, | | | | Catherine's Monastery, also known as the Monastery |
| then a getaway to the mystical land of Egypt is the | | | | of the Transfiguration. |
| perfect place to indulge your dreams. Here are 5 top | | | | #2) Ancient Temples |
| reasons for you to visit Egypt, listed from number 5 to | | | | You will find temples dedicated to various gods |
| the number 1 reason. | | | | scattered throughout the country of Egypt. In Abu |
| #5) Nile River | | | | Simbel, in the southern region of Egypt, you will find the |
| Known as the longest river in the world, the Nile is not | | | | Temple of Ramses II as well as the Temple of |
| only visually stunning, but is the focal point of several | | | | Nefertati. Heading north up the Nile River to Luxor, you |
| centuries of ancient history. From legendary tales of | | | | will come to the valley of the kings. Filled with ancient |
| Biblical times to the stories of Cleopatra, this river has | | | | temples and statues, this valley is the one of the most |
| many tales to tell. Treat yourself to one of the Nile | | | | well known areas of Egypt for studying ancient |
| River Cruises, viewing Egyptian life on the river. The | | | | Egyptian architecture. This is also the place where you |
| Nile is a very important part of Egyptian life and lore. | | | | will find the burial chamber of Tutankhamun and also |
| The pyramids and tombs were often built along the | | | | the sarcophagus of Ramses IV. |
| river, since ancient Egyptians believed that the river | | | | #1) The Pyramids |
| was an influence on life and the afterlife. The Nile River | | | | The most recognizable and popular tourist site in Egypt, |
| Valley is also the place of much of Egypts agriculture | | | | the pyramids are filled with legends and mysteries. |
| and farming. | | | | Located in Giza, the Great Pyramid is known as one |
| #4) Cairo | | | | of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Built during |
| As the largest city in Egypt, Cairo is the center of | | | | the second century B.C., these pyramids stand as |
| industry and commerce. Here you will find not only the | | | | witnesses of the Egyptians architectural and |
| modern conveniences, but also many bazaars and | | | | engineering mastery. They have been studied by |
| outdoor markets with local goods and merchandise | | | | many archaeologists and have been the subject of |
| that has been imported from the region. While in Cairo, | | | | thousands of articles. Your visit is not complete until |
| be sure to check out the Cairo Tower, located on | | | | you see these ancient structures. |
| Gezira Island. This 187-metre structure gives a | | | | Your vacation will become much more memorable |
| fantastic view of the city and outlying areas. The public | | | | when you include a trip to Egypt. You will have stories |
| transit system in Cairo has been greatly improved in | | | | you will be telling for years to come. You will be glad |
| recent years, allowing for easier travel around the city. | | | | you chose to venture out of the ordinary and typical |
| #3) Mt. Sinai | | | | vacation spots and who knows, you might even |
| As a very important and historic Christian site, this is | | | | discover something you didn't know. |