In Quest Of: Egypt’s ancient worlds
Take a trip into the country’s storied past through its architecture, landmarks and more
In Quest Of: Egypt’s ancient worlds
Take a trip into the country’s storied past through its architecture, landmarks and more
Egypt is a world of superlatives, with pyramids that are engineering marvels, temples built on a vast scale and the Nile, the world’s longest river.
Camels resting at the Giza pyramid complex.
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Wander through the labyrinthine alleys of Khan el-Khalili, an enchanting marketplace in the heart of Cairo, to seek out good buys.
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At the Citadel of Saladin, the Ottoman-style Mosque of Muhammad Ali boasts an opulent interior and gorgeous domes.
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Many historical sights unfold along the Nile, making a cruise down the world’s longest river a must-do.
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Merchants selling shawls to a tourist cruise ship along the Nile.
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Explore the magnificent royal burial grounds at Valley of the Kings, which houses the tombs of pharaohs and nobles.
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Monumental columns line the Great Hypostyle Hall in Karnak, and tell stories of Egypt’s past through their carvings.
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Papyrus columns of the Hypostyle Hall with inscriptions and reliefs at Karnak.
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Mummified versions of the reptiles dot the Crocodile Museum, which also displays foetuses and eggs.
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