For the ancient Egyptians Karnak was the most sacred place on Earth. For today’s tourists Karnak is the second most popular destination in Egypt after the Pyramids of Giza. Karnak for you could be the eighth wonder of the world. Many connect Egypt mostly mysterious pyramids, with the mystery of the Sphinx and of course – with the capital Cairo. But how many people realize that in one of the most magnificent ancient empires, there are more than one attractive and equally mysterious places? And Karnak is one of them. Karnak is the most comprehensive religion place ever existed on Earth. In the largest open air museum, collected temples, shrines and symbols, salute the most important deities ancient Egypt. People called this sacred ground “Ipet – Sut” – the most revered site. More than 30 pharaohs for nearly 2000 care to keep alive the cult of the sun, moon, earth and everything sublime, which they believed they and their subjects. Organization lavish celebrations in honor of their patrons, grew statue of the Chief god Amon – Ra, recreating symbolic meeting with the female principle, they believed in the healing power of faith in divine protection. Today most of the temples of Karnak in the territory are inaccessible to ordinary tourists. Some are in the process of restoration, while others are so destroyed that the only way to preserve the rest has access to them is limited. But the most important building to the temple which is worshiped even Pharaoh himself – that of Amon-Ra, greets visitors at any time of year. Circumference of the main temple at Karnak will satisfy your interest in antiquity, with symbolism and knowledge, and maybe your dream will come true.
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The Nile River is located in northern Africa with its 6650 km length ANI longest river in the world. It stems from two main sources: Lake Victoria in Uganda (White Nile) and Tana in Ethiopia (Blue Nile). In the majority of its journey from source to the Mediterranean most African river crosses the sands of the largest desert on Earth – the Sahara. Although the longest river in the world occur in areas with dry and hot climate, and the springs are among the most humid places on the planet. Even today it can be sensed and felt the greatness of one of the most important ancient cultures that emerged in the valley and delta of the Nile – that of Ancient Egypt. The holiday in Egypt will meet you with the pyramids, the nature of Egypt people and definitely the Nile river. The Nile Cruise is the best way to understand the beauty of the river and to see the nature surrounding it. Almost all of the tour operators are offering Nile Cruises at low prices and you will enjoy your vacation really much. This journey is usually about 4 days and will show you the whole beauty of Nile River.
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Alexandria is the capital of muhafassa Alexandria, the second largest city in Egypt and is – the country’s largest port (pass through it 80% of imports and exports of Egypt). Egypt holidays sharm el sheikh is the place where you can see amazing places for travel. The Alexandria combines luxury holidays and cheap hotel reservations in the heart of the Egypt life. The town is 4 110 015 citizens (data from 2006.), And its area is 2 679 sq. km It is divided into six parts – Montaza, Eastern Alexandria Middle Alexandria (a town center), Amreya, West Alexandria and Gamrok. The city stretches 32 km of coastline. Alexandria was founded around 334g.pr.Hr. Alexander the Great. The town’s history is very rich, hence it follows that there can be very little visit. A headlamp is the island of Pharos, built in the III c. BC – One of the 7 Wonders of the ancient world, the catacombs of Kom el Shokafa (Kom el Shoqafa) – one of the wonders of the medieval world, the mast of Pompeii (ruins of Serapeuma) – located in the ancient acropolis of Alexandria. There are 41 religious buildings, including Catholic and Orthodox churches, cathedrals, and mosques. Museums you can visit are the Greco – Roman Museum, Royal Jewelry Museum, Museum of Fine Arts and National Museum of Alexandria.
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