The documents/texts of the Jewish Genizah are among the most important Egyptian Jewish heritage that has received little attention until now. It has the potential to be a one-of-a-kind Egyptian tourist product that should be widely promoted. The Genizah also gives us a good idea of the religious freedom that Jews had in Egypt. Meaning...Read More
Ben Ezra Synagogue in Cairo is one of the most important and largest synagogues in Egypt. Let’s take a look first at the history of Judaism and Jews in Egypt. Looking back in time, we can see that Egypt welcomed Jewish refugees from all over the world with open arms. The Jewish community in Egypt...Read More
11 Most Famous Synagogues In Egypt Judaism is the third official religion in Egypt, together with Islam and Christianity. One of the first known monotheistic religions, likely dating to between 2000-1500 B.C. Egyptian Jews have their own synagogues scattered throughout Egypt. These 11 famous synagogues in Egypt have played a significant role in Egypt’s history,...Read More
The Church of Abu Serga is located in the modern Old Cairo, in the midst of the ancient Roman fortress of Babylon. It is very close to the famous Hanging Church, Coptic Museum, and the Jewish Ben Ezra Synagogue. The Holy Family drank from a well in the church, so the church is characterized among...Read More
Cairo’s Church of the Saint Virgin Mary was built on the ruins of the Roman Babylon Fortress. Because of its location over the ruins of the fortress, it is known as Al Mo’llaqah Chruch or the “Hanging Chruch.” It is known during the Middle Ages as the ‘Church of the Staircase’ because of the staircase...Read More
The capital city of pharaonic Egypt, Memphis, lies under Mit Rahina. Over the last two centuries, a number of projects sought to learn more about Egypt’s ancient capital and to protect its archaeology. These projects made it clear that the archaeology of central Memphis now faced a critical situation. Mit Rahina is included in the...Read More
Kom Ombo is located 45 km north of Aswan, 60 km south of Edfu, and 165 km south of Luxor on the eastern bank of the Nile. The city lies at a strategic point, leading to ancient gold mines in the eastern desert. It was also one of the great cities of the first nome...Read More
Edfu is a small town located 110 km south of Luxor, 60 km north of Kom Ombo, and 105 km north of Aswan. Town of Edfu is famous for the Temple of Horus. The Temple of Horus in Edfu is the most intact temple in Egypt and one of the most beautiful temples built during...Read More
The River Nile is the longest river in the world. It runs for 6632 km from Lake Victoria in Central Africa to the Mediterranean. While the Nile runs in Egypt for about 1500 Km from the Sudanese border to the Mediterranean. The Nile is always the source of life and civilization in Egypt since ancient...Read More
The Red Sea Governorate is one of the main governorates in Egypt. It stretches for 1080 km along the coast of the Red Sea. The area of the governorate forms 1/8 of Egypt’s total area. A lot of the popular tourist destinations in Egypt are in the Red Sea Governorate. The most renowned among them...Read More
The Library of Alexandria is a great library and culture center, not only in Alexandria but on the Mediterranean coast and the whole world. The ancient Egyptians had a great deal of knowledge in every field. Ancient Egyptian libraries are the most important source of this knowledge. The Ancient Egyptians had two different types of...Read More
The Roman Amphitheatre in Alexandria is one of the great highlights of the beautiful city of Alexandria. The Amphitheaters were not just popular in Egypt, they were popular in other countries as Italy, Greece, Jordan and Turkey. Roman Amphitheatre Name & Meaning This Roman Amphitheatre is the only one of its type that exists in...Read More
Many of the ancient historians did not tell us more details about the “Pompey’s Pillar” but about the buildings that stood nearby and have disappeared now. The Pompey’s Pillar lies close to the famous Roman Catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa. The hill on which the pillar is erected was covered with temples and houses a long...Read More
The Citadel of Qaitbay in Alexandria is one of the most important fortifications not just in Alexandria but in Egypt. It stands together with the majestic catacombs as the must-see attractions in Alexandria. It was constructed by Sultan Al-Ashraf Qaitbay to defend Egypt against the Ottomans/Turks. Sultan Al-Ashraf Qaitbay Qaitbay was born in 1416 in...Read More
Catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa are located close to the Pompey’s Pillar in Alexandria. The catacombs are huge Egyptian tombs and royal cemeteries with Ptolemaic and Roman influences. Kom El-Shoqafa Catacombs are one of the largest Roman burial sites not just in Alexandria but in Egypt. These catacombs started as a private tomb for a wealthy...Read More
Khan El-Khalili Bazaar is the largest and one of the oldest bazaars in the middle east. The Khan El-Khalili is Cairo’s labyrinthine and most famous tourist market. This historical bazaar is one of the most things to do in Cairo. The Khan El-Khalili Bazaar is bounded on the east by Sayyidna Al-Hussein and on the...Read More
Citadel of Saladin is a wonderful place to visit during your stay in Cairo, Egypt. The impressive citadel was built by Saladin to defend Cairo from the Crusaders. It served as Egypt’s government seat until the British occupation in 1882. Salah Ad-Din or Saladin Saladin is the Founder of the Ayyubid Dynasty. He was born...Read More
The Egyptian Museum in Cairo is one of the largest and most important museums in the world. Egyptian museum contains more than 120,000 pieces from all periods of ancient Egyptian history. The French architect Marcel Dourgnon designed it. An Italian company built it in 1902. This was during the reign of Khedive Abbas Helmi II....Read More
In the vast plain that stretches out around western Thebes, between the Nile and the Valley of the Kings, are the remains of the monumental road which led to the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III. The Colossi of Memnon are all that remain of what was once the largest mortuary temple on the west bank...Read More
Luxor Temple was built by the pharaoh Amenhotep III (1387-1349 BCE), the grandson of the military genius Tuthmosis III. It was expanded by the 19th Dynasty pharaoh Ramses II (1279-1213 BCE). Numerous other sovereigns, including Tutankhamun, Horemhab, and Alexander the Great enriched the construction with reliefs, inscriptions, and minor buildings. Luxor Temple together with the Karnak...Read More
Welcome to the Karnak Temple, a top spot in Egypt. Here, you'll find a rich history, stunning architecture, and a glimpse into ancient culture. Close to Luxor, this huge site was called Ipet-isu. It means “most select of places” in ancient Egyptian. You'll learn about its deep history and importance.Read More
Step into the realm of the Temple of Hatshepsut, where the echoes of ancient Egypt’s grandeur and architectural mastery resonate. Situated near the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, this grand monument stands out. It tells the story of one of Egypt’s most remarkable female pharaohs. Embark with us on a journey through time. Explore the rich...Read More
The ancient Egyptian kings used to be buried in huge pyramids for a long time (2630-1550 BCE), like the Great Pyramids of Giza. The last royal pyramid was built in 1550 BCE by pharaoh Ahmose I in Abydos. Unpredictably, pharaohs ceased building pyramids due to grave robberies. They decided to cut their tombs deep into...Read More
Saqqara is one of the most important and richest necropolises in Egypt. Necropolis of Saqqara is located about 20km south of Giza Plateau. It was the cemetery of Memphis, the 1st capital city of United Egypt in 3200 BCE. The Saqqara necropolis is a vast area, stretching about 22km from north to south and about...Read More
Exploring the Great Pyramids is a journey into ancient history. The largest pyramid, built for Pharaoh Khufu, shows the skill of ancient Egyptians. It’s a marvel of Egyptian architecture. The Pyramids of Giza are the only Ancient Wonders left standing. Visiting them gives you a peek into the past. Knowing their history makes your trip...Read More
Planning your first trip to Egypt requires to know some tips and information about Egypt. So, this article covers some very useful tips to help you planning a lovely trip to Egypt. Egypt is best known as the home of the ancient Egyptian civilization. It has temples, hieroglyphs, mummies, and pyramids. Less well-known is Egypt’s...Read More
Judaism is the third official religion in Egypt, together with Islam and Christianity. One of the first known monotheistic religions, likely dating to between 2000-1500 B.C. Judaism is the native faith of the Jewish people. Based upon the belief in a covenant of responsibility between a sole omnipotent creator God and Abraham, the patriarch of...Read More
Christianity comes from Judaism. Its main belief is that Jesus of Nazareth is the promised messiah from the Hebrew Scriptures. Christians believe that his life, death, and resurrection will bring salvation to the world. Christianity is one of the three monotheistic Abrahamic faiths. The other two are Islam and Judaism. It traces its spiritual roots...Read More
Egypt is the land of pharaohs, pyramids, and also hosts a rich and vibrant Islamic heritage. Before your start planning your trip to Egypt, you better know about religions of Egypt. Indeed, the arrival of Islam in the 7th century CE marked a turning point, shaping Egyptian culture, architecture, and society. Understanding Islam in Egypt...Read More
