A holiday in Egypt means sun, beach and sea – but also, of course, culture when you follow in the footsteps of the ancient Egyptians in Giza .
The children learn that the Red Sea is anything but red in geography lessons in primary school. Rather, the visual impressions of this ocean fluctuate between azure and sky blue. Sharm El Sheikh (Sharm el Sheikh) at the southern end of the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt is the epitome of a world-class diving destination. Some friends of the underwater world even think that...
Giza could be the right destination if you want to combine your holiday with art and culture. This Egyptian city of millions on the west bank of the Nile is part of the Cairo metropolitan region and captivates many visitors every year with breathtaking attractions and sights. But what makes this historic region so appealing? Giza at a glance & tips on how to get...
For many years, Hurghada was the hotspot of all if you wanted to enjoy a relaxing holiday in Egypt and at the same time take advantage of all the possibilities of the country. In recent years, however, the area has developed into a spot for mass tourists and many holidaymakers are looking for new opportunities and a little peace and quiet in the country that is...
Alexandria – when you mention this name, several things come to mind: the lighthouse, the library, the sea, Alexander the Great… Alexandria and its namesake When Alexander the Great founded the city of Alexandria on April 2, 331 BC, the current city area had already been inhabited for about 2000 years. The city probably already had port facilities at that...
“City of Palaces” – that is the current name Luxor, the ancient pharaoh’s city, whose millennia-old history still fascinates visitors today. Located directly on the Nile and about 500 kilometers south of the capital Cairo , Luxor is the largest city in Upper Egypt. Although it has been renamed more than once, it is still known by the Greek name of...
Egypt has always been at the top of many tourists’ lists as a popular travel destination. Even the travel warnings in recent decades have not been able to change this. With the incredible variety of cultural treasures and the almost consistently beautiful weather, this is not surprising. And the beautiful beaches and good diving areas do the rest to make Egypt...
Esna, a city in the Luxor region of Egypt, is a beautiful and historically significant city that is worth visiting. This city is famous for its temple dedicated to the god Khnum and is often referred to as the gateway to Upper Egypt. Knuhum Temple in Esna The Khnum Temple in Esna is one of the best-preserved temples of ancient Egypt. It was built between the Built in...
No other country in the world is so intensively shaped by a single river. Egypt – that is the Nile, the origin of all life and a gift from heaven for the people on its banks. If you decide to take a Nile cruise, you will immerse yourself deeply in history, because this river is the source of an incomparable high culture and a river for eternity. This is the...
She was the last of no more than four women on the Egyptian throne. Cleopatra inspires and fascinates historians and history buffs to this day. After all, it played a major role in numerous historical developments. She was instrumental in the establishment of the Roman Empire. Her life became known to a wide audience centuries ago through the Shakespeare drama...
Marsa Matrouh is an Egyptian holiday destination that is also very popular among locals, which is located in the very north of the country on the Mediterranean Sea. The capital of Matrouh Governorate, which has a population of about 138,000, has its own international airport, which is located just a few kilometers from the city center. This makes Marsa Matrouh easily...