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Egypt contains exquisite sights such as the pyramids of Giza, the astonishingly temples of Karnac or Philae, or the painted tombs in the Valley of the Kings. The legacy of this ancient civilisation is staggering in its mystery and awe-inspiring in it's scope.
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CAIRO HOTELS OVERVIEW
Travellers through the ages have been fascinated by Cairo. Cairo is Egypt's capital and largest city,but it's role in the amazing and mysterious Ancient Egyptian history is relatively recent. It did not even exist when the pyramids at Giza were constructed. Most visitors come to see the great Pyramids of Giza, the treasures of Tutankhamun's tomb and other wonders in the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, as well as to shop in the sprawling Khan al-Khalili marketplace. Follow thie link for Cairo Hotels.
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ATTRACTIONS: PLACES TO VISIT IN EGYPT
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The Sphinx
The greatest monumental sculpture in the ancient world, the Sphinx is carved out of a single ridge of stone. The exact origin and era of creation of the Sphinx is a much debated mystery.
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The Great Pyramid - Giza
Throughout their history, the pyramids of Giza have stimulated human imagination. Also in the area is the museum housing the mysterious Sun Boat, only discovered in 1954 near the south side of the pyramid.
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The River Nile - Egypt
The River Nile is the greatest river of Africa. Egyptians associate the River Nile with life, fertility and development. Some of the more tranquil stretches provide fabulous watering spots.
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The Temples of Karnac
The huge temple complex houses countless pieces of art, free-standing sculptures, wall inscriptions, towering obelisks. Each pharaoh built upon it during their reigns.
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