Egypt

Historic Sites & Landmarks in Egypt

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  • Abu Simbel Temples Aswan Governorate, Egypt

    Abu Simbel is an archaeological site in southern Egypt with two massive rock temples: the Temple of Ramses II and the Temple of Nefertari.

  • Great Pyramids of Giza Giza, Egypt

    Constructed at least 4,500 years ago and shrouded in fascinating mysteries, the pyramids of Giza are the only Ancient Wonder of the World to survive today.

  • Mastaba of Mereruka Saqqara, Egypt

    Built for a pharaoh's vizier around 2200 BCE, the Mastaba (flat-topped tomb) of Mereruka has 32 rooms and featured detailed decoration inside.

  • al Mursi Mosque Alexandria, Egypt 1775

    Built over the tomb of a 13th-century Spanish Sufi saint, this 18th-century mosque topped with lacy domes is considered the most beautiful in Alexandria.

  • Colossi of Memnon Luxor, Egypt

    The first main sight across the Nile from Luxor are these two massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. For 3,400 years, they have guarded his mortuary temple.

  • Karnak Temple Luxor, Egypt 1306 BCE

    Dedicated primarily to Pharaoh Amun, Karnak Temple is a vast temple complex in Luxor begun around 1600 BCE. It is an impressive sight and second only to the Great Pyramids of Giza in popularity.

  • Luxor Temple Luxor, Egypt

    Near Karnak Temple, and also dedicated to Amun, is the huge Luxor Temple dating from the 1300s BCE. It is full of monumental statues, tall walls and ancient carvings, and is beautifully lit at night.

  • Valley of the Kings Luxor, Egypt

    This famed valley on the West Bank of the Nile was the burial place for pharaohs and nobles from 1539 BC to 1075 BC. It contains some 60 tombs, including the famous King Tut's Tomb.

  • Temple of Seti I Egypt

    For the Egyptians, Abydos was one of the holiest sites in the world. It was the cult center of the god Osiris and the gateway to the underworld, and therefore a popular place of pilgrimage and burial.

  • Great Sphinx of Giza Giza, Egypt

    Shrouded in mystery and having alleged connections to Atlantis, this great sculpture continues to fascinate visitors. It is thought to be an ancient guardian of Khafre's pyramid.

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