9 p.m. 23.02.16

Luxor was humming with guests who rushed to the Upper Egyptian town to commend its National Day, back on November, which corresponds with the discovery of tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun in 1922.

For the current year, the Ministry of Antiquities praised the occasion with the opening of five tombs on the west bank of the Nile: three close to the town of Qurnet Marei and two in the Valley of the Kings.

The tombs have been restored taking after harm to their inward depictions because of mugginess. The dividers and roofs of the tombs have been combined and the canvases cleaned. New ventilation and lighting frameworks have additionally been introduced.

"The initiation of these tombs not just demonstrates the service's dedication to saving antiquated Egyptian legacy, additionally to giving more vacationer destinations," Said Minister of Antiquities.

He said that the three tombs at Qurnet Marei were being opened interestingly since their discovery, adding that they fit in with three aristocrats from the eighteenth Dynasty: the tomb of Tutankhamun in Kush and legislative head of the Southern Lands, Amenhotep Huy "divine father of Amenhotep III's royal residence"

Amenhotep Huy Tomb

Amenhotep Huy held different titles, including "lord's emissary to each land." His wife was Taemwadjsy, head of the collection of mistresses of Amun and of Tutankhamun.

In spite of the fact that the tomb is little, it is painted with vivid scenes demonstrating the aristocrat welcomed by devout minister of Nebkehperure Khay and with his sibling, wife and youngsters. One scene demonstrates a gathering of Nubian figures watching his funerary gear being moved to the tomb. There is additionally a reference to a sanctuary named "Fulfilling the Gods" in Nubia, yet this has not yet been found.

The tomb of Ameneminet

The tomb of Ameneminet is a little sanctuary formed tomb in Qurnet Marei. In spite of the fact that it is fragmented, it is in an excellent condition of preservation. Its dividers are brightened with scenes portraying Ram side craftsmanship, which does not regard accurate extents, a normal for the tombs of the end of the nineteenth Dynasty.

The tomb was found in 1917 by Lecomte du Nouÿ. A second tomb, of Amenemhab, with which it has the same patio, was additionally revealed in the meantime. The tomb of Amenemhab, one of Thutmose III's officers, bears reliefs portraying fights in incredible subtle element. Amenemhab shows up in energetic battling scenes, removing the tummy of a horse, for instance.

The imperial tombs in the Valley of the Kings

 The imperial tombs have a place with Haremhab and Thutmose III. Haremhab was the last pharaoh of the eighteenth Dynasty and his tomb was revealed by British Egyptologist Edward Ayrton, who worked with American Theodore Davis..

The tomb has an alternate design style from different tombs from the eighteenth Dynasty. It doesn't utilize the canine leg development and has painted bas-reliefs instead of straightforward painted dividers. Parts from the antiquated Egyptian Book of Gates show up in the embellishment of the tomb's dividers. The sarcophagus is cut in red quartzite and has a broken top.

There are various quirks in Haremheb's tomb that incorporate an incline in the internment chamber from the main pair of columns to the progressions of the sepulcher, a second arrangement of stairs prompting the grave, and a lower storeroom underneath the entombment chamber's extension.

The tomb of Thutmose III

The tomb of Thutmose III is thought to be a standout amongst the most advanced in the Valley of the Kings and was found by Victor Loret. The tomb is cut in the high bluff confronting the valley, and has a lofty hallway that leads down in a puppy leg shape from the passage past a profound well to a trapezoidal vestibule. Beside the waiting room is the internment chamber, which has four little side-chambers. The sarcophagus is cut in stone.

The dividers of the tomb have recognized improvements, among them the most punctual known adaptation of the Amduat, followed on a yellow-tinged foundation and delineating the divine beings as straightforward stick figures. The Litany of Ra additionally shows up in the internment chamber

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3:56 p.m. 16.02.16

The Egyptian Museum

The totally stunning gathering of relics showed in Cairo's Egyptian Museum makes it one of the world's incredible historical centers. No Egypt visit is finished without a visit to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. With more than 120,000 curios, the historical center houses a staggering display delineating antiquated Egypt's radiant rule. Mummies, sarcophagi, stoneware, gems and obviously King Tutankhamen's fortunes, it's all there. The kid lord's passing cover – found in its tomb – is made of strong gold and it has been depicted as the most delightful objects ever constructed.

Mosque of Ibn Tulun

Mosque of Ibn Tulun is one of the most established mosques in Cairo. It was appointed by Ahmad ibn Ţūlūn, the Abbasid legislative leader of Egypt. The mosque is developed around a patio, with one secured corridor on each of the four sides. The minaret, which includes a helical external staircase like that of the well known minaret in Samarra, was presumably constructed a few centuries later. Parts of one of the James Bond films was made at the Mosque of Ibn Tulun.

Al-Azhar Mosque

Al-Azhar Mosque is right in the heart of the Islamic Cairo area and simple to reach by taxi. Al-Azhar Street runs east from Midan Ataba in the downtown zone right to the square where the mosque sits.

Khan el-Khalili

Khan el-Khalili is one of the world's extraordinary shopping encounter. The primary boulevards have long prior given themselves over totally to the traveler exchange (with a lot of shoddy papyrus pictures and plastic pyramids in plain view), and the small stores and jumbled workshops are a percentage of the best places to get customary items in Egypt. Here you'll discover everything from collectibles and lovely metal lampshades to privately woven materials.

Salah El-Din Citadel

In a directing area near Mokattam Hills, Cairo's stronghold Salah El-Din Citadel was worked by Saladin in 1176. The first structure he laid out has since quite a while ago vanished aside from the eastern external dividers, yet a legacy of rulers has made their own particular increases here. The Mosque of Muhammad Ali is the most renowned landmark and the fundamental purpose behind going by. Nicknamed the "Alabaster Mosque," its white stone and tall, lopsidedly thin minarets are one of Cairo's awesome historic points. The other enormous motivation to come up here are the perspectives over the city.

Al-Muizz Street

Sharia al-Muizz, The piece of Al-Muizz Street only north of Khan al-Khalili's gold region is known as Bein al-Qasreen , an indication of the colossal royal residence edifices that flanked the road amid the Fatimid time. Extraordinary Mamluk buildings give one of Cairo's most amazing congregations of minarets, arches and striped-stone exteriors.

Coptic Museum

The Coptic Museum in Cairo is devoted to the way of life and history of the Copts, Egypt's customary Christians, who make up roughly 10% of Egypt's present populace. The historical center's gathering, which incorporates symbols, materials, books, religious things, and objects of day by day use, represents the key part that Copts have generally played in Egyptian culture, and in addition their significance to the advancement of Christianity and Christian Monasticism. Marks are in Arabic, English, and French.

The Hanging Church

The Hanging Church is viewed as the most seasoned church in the region of Al-Fustat (Old Cairo). It is known as Al-Muallaka (the hanging) since it was based on the vestiges of two old towers that stayed from an old stronghold called the Fortress of Babylon. It was devoted to The Virgin Mary and St. Dimia.

Cairo Tower

It’s decent to be up high in Cairo. It gives one a planned perspective of this extraordinary city, with its exceptionally advanced and extremely old areas.

One of the best perspectives is from the Cairo Tower, situated on Gezira Island, which gives an all encompassing vision of Cairo. This 187 meter tall tower, as a latticework tube that fans out somewhat at the top, is said to emulate a lotus plant, and positions just fourth among the universes most noteworthy towers. It is made of stone; the same material regularly utilized by the antiquated Egyptians, and is taller than the Giza's Great Pyramid.

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noon 23.05.15

While making the most of your get-away in Al Gouna, why not take a day to investigate one of the most eminent Pharaonic sanctuaries the Temple of Dendera, situated around 171 kilometers from el Gouna 60 kilometers north of Luxor?  This sanctuary is surprising, finely protected, and have critical verifiable hugeness.

Visit Dendera sanctuary which is back to 125 BC and was devoted to goddess Hathor - cow headed lady and known by Goddess of Love this sanctuary. It is calm and exceptional due to the way that the rooftop is still in place and guests can respect the excellent roof portraying the hours of the day and night and the voyaging adventure of the sun, the moon and the stars over.

This temple was the main place of worship of goddess Hathor the goddess of heaven and love and is considered one of the most famous sites of ancient Egypt. The emperors Domitian, Trajan and Nerua built a temple, to which Hathor, Horus and their son Ihi, the god of music, is dedicated.

It was repeatedly renovated and rebuilt since it had been standing there since the time of the Old Empire cult buildings. This complex is situated within brick walls with a length of 290 m and 230 m wide and next to the Temple of Hathor are two birth houses, a holy lake, a temple of Isis and in between the two birth houses is a Coptic church and the remains of an old sanatorium.

It was constructed in the first century BC, amid the rule of the last Ptolemy and the ruler Augustus, in the spot of a more established asylum (from the season of the Old Empire).

Bolstered from 24 extensive segments Along the inside dividers are four lines on top of one another with portrayals of Roman Emperor Augustus, Tiberius, Caligula, Claudius and Nero offering presents to respect Hathor and alternate Gods. Here you can see the lord wearing the Lower Egyptian crown leaves his royal residence took after by his Ka. Also you can see Horus, with the hawk head, and Thot, with the leader of an ibis, pour the baptismal water over the ruler, it is the water of life which uncovers the water stream as a column of imperative signs and the defensive goddesses of Upper and Lower Egypt favor the ruler.

Focused in the center of The roof of the chamber are flying vultures and sun and is partitioned by an Architrave into seven fields, all with galactic presentations.. Both sides are totally symmetrical: pictures of the periods of the moon and the sun amid the 12 hours of the day, the hours of the day and night, and lords of stars in the external zones, for every situation, the sky goddess Nut with photos of the Zodiac with stars in their bodies, some are still exceptionally brilliant

THE ARIVAL CORRIDOR

The six segments of the lobby end in a rich composite capital on which a bust of Hathor's head sits. Their bases and two lower drums are made of stone, the remaining parts or sandstone.

Down to the sacrificial Hall From conciliatory corridor there are side stairs paving the way to the rooftop. Over the silver room you can get to the delightful stand where Hathor praised his birthday. On the roof is the sky goddess, she sends her beams to the haven of Dendera, on a mountain with two trees sits Hathor's head bearing the sun. From the conciliatory lobby are two stair cases prompting the rooftop, on the dividers serious parades and New Years festivals have occurred.

They convey the clique pictures of Hathor onto the sanctuary rooftop so that the goddess, through the beams of her dad Re, can be united. On the roof of the focal room is, in round divine representation, the cast copy of the Dendera Zodiac, whose renowned unique is currently in the Louver in Paris. In the back room is a window with the pictures of the dead and re-risen Osiris. The pictures raise the stairwell in the north-west corner up to the rooftop. From here is a marvelous all encompassing perspective of the sanctuary grounds, the Nile Valley and the far off desert mountains.

Also you can see The Coptic Church which is from the late 5th century and it serves as a model for an antiquated Egyptian church.

Expenses & Guiding

Charge for adults is 35 L.E.

Charge for students is half of Adult Price.

Charge for kids is half of Adult Price.

You can bring along your own camera and a camera stand with no extra charges.

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3:28 p.m. 20.05.15

Cairo and Alexandria Tours from Hurghada is the most intriguing and dazzling tour you can try while being in Hurghada, for example, you can visit the Giza Pyramids, Egyptian Museum and then go to Alexandria where you can visit Qaitbay and Alexandria library.

Check out the most amazing places to visit in Alexandria Here!

You will visit unbelievable authentic destinations in Cairo and Alexandria and get the opportunity to view a standout view amongst the most fascinating locales in the world so make sure you should try the 2 Day Tour to Cairo and Alexandria from Hurghada.

On the first day, get lifted from your lodging in Hurghada an exchange to Hurghada Airport. Fly to Cairo and reach to Cairo international airport where you will start your outing to the incredible Pyramids of Giza; Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus then visit the relentless Sphinx and proceed to the Valley Temple.

You can then eat at a nearby eatery, and then keep on visiting the Egyptian Museum of ancient pieces close to the downtown area in Cairo. In plain view is an uncommon accumulation of 5000 years of workmanship - the biggest most valuable gathering of Egyptian craftsmanship on the planet among which the well known accumulation of Tutankhamen. At the end of the day you can either enjoy Cairo’s nightlife over a short Nile cruise where you can watch dancers and enjoy your time on board or get a registration in any hotel and spend the overnight in Cairo. Cairo is practically like a completely distinctive city after dim. Its clamoring nightlife is different and has something for everybody - from a calm, cozy night with a glass of wine and a friend or family member to a wild night celebrating at a portion of the most sweltering clubs in Egypt. Primary concern: on the off chance that you appreciate venturing out around evening time, Cairo is an extraordinary spot to do it.

The Cairo Tour from Hurghada lets you explore the excellence of Cairo and appreciate a tour at probably the most lovely historic points found in Cairo, appreciate the best climate, benevolent individuals and an abundance of attractions in Cairo and visit Cairo Sightseeing Tours, for example, Giza Pyramids which is one of the seven world marvels and the Sphinx.

On the second day and after you finish your breakfast at your lodge you will drive to Alexandria, The second biggest city in Egypt, which is also known as "The Pearl of the Mediterranean". It has a climate that is more Mediterranean than Middle Eastern; its just 225 km. from Cairo and transports to this beautiful city is always available.

In Alexandria there are many things to do ranging from sunbathing at the shoreline to going to the acclaimed club of the territory. Montazah Beach and Maa'moura Beach in Alexandria are perfect spots to sunbathe and deal with your tan. Summer months are loaded with guests unwinding in the sun and getting a charge out of the delightful water. Once you have picked up section, it’s an incredible approach to unwind and take in the serene day while you are going by Alexandria.

One of the most important visits you should make is the visit to the Montazah Gardens. The Montazah Royal Gardens in Alexandria are more than 350 sections of land and are an interesting sight to see inside of the area. The greenhouses are a piece of the Montazah Palace, taking up more than a large portion of the property. The patio nurseries are situated along the waters of the Mediterranean Sea, and they are delightfully finished. The range likewise holds open swimming pools for people in general and various seats and sitting zones.

Alexandria is home to five noteworthy galleries, including the Alexandria National Museum, Museum of Fine Arts, Graeco-Roman Museum, Royal Jewelry Museum, and the National Institute for Oceanography and Fisheries which is just beside one of the most important touristic sites of Alexandria the citadel of Qaitby. You will need to see no less than maybe a couple of these popular and social exhibition halls while you are visiting Alexandria.

At the end of the day you can have your lunch at neighborhood seafood eatery which is the frequent food in Alexandria. Also get a chance to visit the Bibliotheca Alexandrina Library.

Drive back to Cairo airplane terminal and take your flight to Hurghada and then get back to your lodging in ElGouna. So if provided by your tour program, don’t miss any chance to book a Cairo and Alexandria 2 Day Tour from Hurghada. You will really enjoy your time and you will like to return to visit Cairo and Alexandria Sightseeing many times.

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8:46 p.m. 18.05.15

Quick track your trip to El Gouna and take the brisk course to see the eminent sanctuaries of Aswan.

 7 hours 22 mins drive or 4hrs 16 mins by plane is a worth trying adventure especially if you are an ancient life lover. In this magnificent trip from your lodge in El-Gouna to Aswan you can Visit of the well known Temple of Philae, Felucca Sail to the lovely Botanical Gardens on Kitchener's Island, Visit of Elephantine Island with a few relic stays, among them the renowned Nilometer, watch the Aswan High Dam, a perfect work of art of current building and structural planning, take a look at the antiquated rock quarries where you can see the popular Unfinished Obelisk

Also visit the Twin Temples of Abu Simbel. You are extremely fortunate that you can even now see this stunning landmark! At the point when in the 1960s the Aswan High Dam venture debilitated its presence, a universal group took five years to cut it into pieces, move it far from its unique area and revamp it on a higher position keeping in mind the end goal to spare it from the surges of the recently made Lake Nasser repository. These days the sanctuaries are found specifically on the western bank of the lake which makes an even more pleasant style.

The range of Abu Simbel contains two gigantic rock sanctuaries: the Great Temple of Pharaoh Ramesses II, possibly the best of all old Egyptian lords, and the Small Temple, committed to Ramesses' ruler, Nefertari, and the goddess Hathor.

The twin sanctuaries go back to Ramesses' rule in the 13th century BC and were initially cut out of the mountainside. The colossal and noteworthy sanctuary range, developed in the outskirt area in the middle of Egypt and the tributary country of Nubia, was not just made for religious reasons or as an architectonic test, additionally as a suggestion to the littler neighbor that it ought to always remember Egypt's and its the best's quality and significance. What's more, by the way it shows plainly the pharaoh's conviction to be heavenly.

The Great Temple really merits its name

It was developed to a tallness of 30 meters, and its entryway is watched by four enthroned gigantic statues of Ramesses II cut out of the stone – they are more than 20 meters high, and even their lips are one meter long…  In an early seismic tremor one of the titans sadly lost its head and a part of its middle, yet it is all things considered a more than noteworthy sight. Find the immense façade, additionally the superb inward piece of the sanctuary, which was delved into the stone on a length of more than sixty meters – you will discover delightfully enriched corridors with columns, hued reliefs and rock cut shapes

On the back mass of the haven you can see a gathering of four models: the idolized Ramesses II partnered by the old gods Ra-Horakhty, Amun Ra and Ptah. This corner highlights an extremely extraordinary wonder: just twice every year the beams of the sun can enter the haven and light up these figures - with the exception of the god Ptah, who as per the mythology was joined with the underworld and hence needs to interminably stay in the obscurity.

The arrangement of Queen Nefertari's Hathor Temple is a streamlined variant of that of the Great Temple. Around the entrance you can see models of the imperial family: four statues indicating Ramesses II and two demonstrating his wife Nefertari, joined by little pictures of their youngsters. Kindly try to remain mindful that you see something one of a kind in old Egyptian workmanship – the statues of the lord and the ruler are both ten meters high, though ordinarily the 'Incomparable Royal Wife' will never reach up higher than to her spouses knees. This mirrors the immense part Nefertari played in the heart and the life of her ruler. Visit this delightful asylum with its stunning columns and pictures.

Make sure you also try the Nubian food which has a unique taste which is not found anywhere else. By evening you will be back in your lodge in El Gouna with a guarantee of a great memory of this fantastic day. 

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