Africa
-
-
The Citadel of Saladin and the Alabaster Mosque
The Citadel of Saladin is one of the most visited points in Cairo. And in it is the most famous mosque in the city and the most visited, the Mosque of Muhammad Ali, also known as the Alabaster Mosque. In addition to this mosque there are also other monuments and museums and above all a viewpoint from which to contemplate the city with unbeatable views. Of course, it will be difficult for you to see it clearly due to contamination. Remember that you have to take off your shoes at the entrance. It’s okay to leave your shoes there, no…
Read More » -
-
-
The main places to see in Luxor in 1 or 2 days, ancient Thebes
Luxor is the city in Egypt where you will find more remains of the ancient Egyptian civilization. And it is that Luxor stands on what was the ancient capital of the New Kingdom, the great Thebes. Therefore, both in the city itself and in the surrounding area there are numerous temples and places of interest. It is possible to visit Luxor in 1 day, although if you have 2, much better, since in addition to what we tell you here you have many other places. Of course, it is quite hot, and it is that the surroundings of Luxor, as…
Read More » -
-
Memphis and Sakkara. Visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser
Memphis and Sakkara (also sometimes written Saqqara) are two visits that you should not miss in Egypt, especially Sakkara. They are very close to the city of Cairo, about 20 kilometers. Your visit is usually done on organized trips after visiting the Pyramids of Gizah and although Memphis is not a place where there are too many things of interest, visiting Sakkara and its stepped pyramid is undoubtedly an essential visit. The Sakkara necropolis. The Step Pyramid of Djoser Sakkara (or Saqqara) was the main necropolis of Memphis and in it we can find the first pyramid that was built…
Read More » -
-
Khan el-Khalili and the art of haggling. Cafe of Mirrors
Also spelled Jan el-Jalili, it is the oldest bazaar in Cairo and the world, and without a doubt the most famous. This is where any visitor to the city will learn the art of haggling. It is not the only one that exists in the Egyptian capital, but it is undoubtedly the best-known bazaar and the one that attracts the most visits. We also give you some tips when haggling so you can get the products you want at the best prices. And remember, if you don’t haggle, Egyptian vendors may be offended. What is the Khan el-Khalili Bazaar like?…
Read More » -
