Egypt Tourist Attractions

Egypt has been a popular tourist destination for centuries. Herodotus, the world-renowned Greek historian, visited Egypt in the 5th century BC, and was so impressed that he wrote of Egypt 'nowhere are there so many marvellous things...nor in the world besides are to be seen so many things of unspeakable greatness.' Egypt is still known for its amazing archaeological wonders, especially the Pyramids of Giza . Millions of tourists, archeologists, and culture lovers from across the world visit Egypt every year and get enchanted by its pyramids, temples, mosques and great monuments of the Nile Valley, as well as the stunning beaches and diving resorts of the Red Sea.

Egypt offers its visitors a varied choice of tourist attractions ranging from historical sites to museums, temples, scenic landscapes, recreational spots and much more, to keep them engaged. Cairo , the capital city of Egypt and also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the most visited city in Africa. Other popular travel destinations in Egypt include Aswan - a beautiful winter resort; Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh - great diving resorts; Alexandria - a historic site reminding one of the great warriors Alexander and the Romans and beautiful Cleopatra; and Luxor - known as a living and open museum. Visitors and adventure seekers can also consider visiting Marsa Alam, Lake Nasser, Red Sea, and the arid mountains and desert oases of Sinai. The Red Sea resorts of Hurghada and Sharm el Sheikh offer some of the best diving locations in the world.

Among must see tourist attractions in Egypt include the amazing Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx , the Egyptian Museum, the temples of Luxor, the Valley of the Kings, the Library of Alexandria, the Temples of Abu Simbel, Temples of Karnak to mention a few.