Watching the sun slip quietly behind the trees in this beach resort we have escaped to for R’s birthday (and our anniversary), it seems like an anticlimax to not have the sea reflect the explosion of copper and gold that is so typical of a spectacular west coast sunset. I realise now, how much I […]
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The Hypostyle hall in the Karnak temple in Luxor, covers an area of more than 55,000 sq ft. andis filled with 134 gigantic sandstone columns arranged in 16 rows, with an average diameter of nearly 10 feet! 12 in the central aisle with open papyrus capitals, once supported a raised 82 feet ceiling and are now […]
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Day-trip to Dendera from Luxor- Photos of the incredible Temple of Hathor and tips on how to get there.
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All about a day-trip to Abydos – the myths and stories and everything you need to know to get there.
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Past emerald plains and furrowed mountains old,Whose violet gorges snare the wandering eye,The pillared palms day’s dying embers hold,Like shafts of bronze against the crimson sky, And every cloud mirrors its rosy foldIn tremulous waves which blush and wander by We float, and feel the magic penetrate,Till all our soul is colored by the hues, […]
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Complete guide to the Abu Simbel Egypt Temples with tips on how to get there, facts, history and travel tips to help you plan your visit.
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If you are under the impression, as I was, that Tutankhamen was the greatest pharaoh of ancient Egypt, you are very mistaken. The boy king ‘Tut’ barely lived long enough to leave his mark. The fanfare around the discovery of his tomb and all its treasures remains his sole claim to fame. The title of the ‘Greatest Pharaoh’ […]
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What to see and do in Aswan, Egypt. A leisurely day experiencing the best of the Nubian city and its beautiful landscape.
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A wander through historic Cairo, Egypt, with top tips on the best way to experience the UNESCO Heritage City. From Saladin’s Citadel to Cairo’s many stunning mosques, through Al Muizz Street, Tannoura performances and ancient souks.
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The Solar Boat Museum in Giza is dedicated to the Khufu Ship. Read all about the only surviving ancient Egyptian Solar Boat and the best way to see it.
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Optimise your visit to the Pyramids of Giza, Dahshur & Saqqara with this useful guide filled with amazing facts and practical tips.
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