Being one of the most popular ruins in history, Egypt is a must destination to visit for every traveler. With such a rich culture and historic places to visit, Egypt offers a lot more than Pyramids. Weather it is the Nile river, Red Sea’s most popular Coral Reefs or
even Cairo – each of these places makes Egypt one of the most popular tourist destination in the world.

The popularity of Egypt is increasing with each passing day. It is mainly because of their ancient civilization consisting Giza Pyramids, ancient temples of Luxor which are standing since more than thousands of years and so much more. Also, the Great Sphinx is one of the most visited places in Egypt. River Nile along with Rea Sea Coast are also such popular destinations offering many interesting as well as adventurous activities for tourists to enjoy.

We all are aware and have seen camel ride across the Egyptian desert and this perfect picture makes the best ever picturesque for any of us. That is really a sight to behold when you actually are riding the camel and enjoying far reaching horizon nearby
pyramids. Such views of mountains of Sinai as well as Coptic monasteries of Eastern Desert welcome all the tourists warmly for a magnificent visit

All such places, and many more world famous destinations makes the Egypt quite the popular destination for tourism.

Let’s take a look at the most popular tourist destination in Egypt:

Mosque of Ibn Tulun

Located in Cairo and build around 876 and 879 A.D. this mosque is said to be one of the oldest mosques. The mosque was also features in a popular James Bond movie The Spy Who Loved Me.

Pyramids of Giza

Probably the most popular tourist destination across Egypt, these pyramids are the main attraction for which any tourist visits Egypt. You might be surprised to know that these Pyramids were built over the span of three different generations.

Egyptian Museum

More than 1,20,000 items are presently available related to Egyptian antiquities and is a prime attraction for tourists in Cairo. Consisting of two floors, the museum has some of the rarest items on display.

Valley of the Kings

It is a valley containing Tombs of famous kings who ruled in between 16th to 11th Century BC. This valley has about 63 tombs and chambers in it. Some of the royal tombs are even decorated according to Egyptian mythology. World famous Tutankhamun tomb is also here, which is the only tomb that has not been robbed.

Nile River Cruise

To visit Upper Egypt, taking the Nile River Cruise would be the best way. It gives you the most scenic route

Red Sea Reef

For diving, this is considered as one of the most beautiful places on earth and is being visited by thousands of tourists each year. You will find luxury beach resorts on both side of the sea.

Karnak

Karnak happens to be the largest religious site that has ever been built by Egyptian builders. There are mainly 3 temples in it. The most popular thing about it is, Hypostyle Hall which is spread across 5,000 m2 with unbelievable 134 columns arranged
beautifully in 16 rows.

• Not only these, but Egypt has the oldest civilization in the world as well as has the longest river spread across the land. All such facts and destinations are the reason why Egypt is famous for tourism and everyone must visit Egypt at least once throughout their lifetime.