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Discovered in 1851 by the famous archaeologist Mariette, the Serapeum is a temple that was dedicated to the Apis bulls. The Apis was associated with the God Ptah and was even believed to be an incarnation of him. When the bulls... more
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This picturesque and serene cemetery is one of the prettiest cemeteries in Egypt. The gravestones are wonderfully ornate with many statues of angels, saints, doves, crosses and the like. The cemetery is within the Religion Comp... more
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Coming approximately 70 days after Eid el-Fitr, the 'Great Feast' marks the prophet Ibraham's sacrifice of a sheep instead of his son, Ismael. Appropriately, Muslims slaughter a sheep or, if a person can afford it, a cow. The m... more
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This museum is located in the splendid palace of Prince Ibrahim which, appropriately enough, is an impressive example of Islamic architecture and decoration in itself. The museum has a priceless collection of Islamic ceramics f... more
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This popular club meets every Friday afternoon, all year round. Members are invited to run, jog and even walk at various venues around Cairo including Wadi Digla and near the pyramids; leashed dogs are welcome. Even if you're... more
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Marking the martyrdom of Hussein at Karbala, this Shi'ite festival begins on the eve of the 10th day of the Islamic month Moharram. Cairo's Shia minority gathers around the Mosque of El-Hussein during the eve and day of the eve... more
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This place touts itself as a "neighbourhood restaurant and bar". Its interior is huge, with enough space for five Egyptian birthday parties to rage on, with room left over for walk-ins. The walls are liberally decorated with sp... more
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Part of a famous Cairo chain, this branch is notable for its garden terrace and deli. During World War Two, the patio was a popular retreat where British officers enjoyed their afternoon tea—Egyptians and lower-ranking officers... more
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Giza Travel Experiences
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Days 4-5: Cairo, Pyramids and Museum
Day 4: At SeaThis day was a relaxing one, during which enjoyed the sunshine, watched a documentary about ancient Egypt, watched an Africa... Continue reading »
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Travel Hints on Traveling to Egypt
Here are some travel hints from my wife and I for people travelling to Egypt:1. If you book a tour, check alternative airline... Continue reading »
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The Seventh Day: The Cairo Museum
We flew from Aswan to Cairo. One of the fascinating sights were the streets of Aswan and Cairo and in Cairo all the activity on the stree... Continue reading »
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Another Wonder Down!
Leon and I arrived in Cairo on Wednesday November 7th at about 2pm. We got off the plane and made our way down the corridor to find our g... Continue reading »
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Hatshepsut’s Story
By AbigailIn ancient Egypt, there was once a queen called Hatshepsut. They knew about her first burial place, but there’s one thing they... Continue reading »
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