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  • The Monastery of El Suryan

    The Monastery of El Suryan | Deir Al-Surian Cairo Attractions

    The Monastery of the Virgin Mary the Syrian is considered one of the oldest monasteries in the history of the church, dating back to approximately the fifth century AD, as various sources indicate. The old fortress is located to the right of the entrance to the monastery, although it has been restored.

  • 10 Most Popular Egyptian Dishes

    Traditional Egyptian food

    Each Arab country has its own character, and Egypt is one of the most famous countries for food. Egyptians are known for their love of food, so they excelled in making dishes and inventing new things. The most famous Egyptian dishes are falafel, koshari, stuffed vegetables of all kinds, and molokhia.

  • Dolphin House Reef

    Dolphin House Marsa Allam

    Wadi El Gemal Nature Reserve in Marsa Alam is taking several measures to preserve the lives of Red Sea dolphins, which are a national treasure and a source of attraction and tourist income for diving and snorkeling, and to generate financial income for the state by collecting visit fees.

  • Tanis The Ancient City of Egypt

    Tanis: The Lost City of the Pharaohs

    In the northeast of the Nile Delta in the Sharqia Governorate, about 150 km from Cairo, lies the city of “Tanis”, which is currently known as the city of “San El-Hagar”, that historical city or unknown capital that was founded on the banks of the Nile thousands of years ago, and was also known as “Ga’net” and “Sa’an”.

  • Tel Basta museum - Egypt

    Tell Basta Museum in Al-Sharqiyah

    An ancient site called Tell Basta is located outside of Zagazig in the Sharqia Governorate. It was one of the ancient Egyptian capitals and a significant place of worship. In the Old Kingdom, it served as the capital of the 18th province. During the 22nd Dynasty, it was the capital of every province. In the past, it was referred to as "Per-Bastet" in honour of "Bastet," the god of comfort, joy, and happiness. Later, "Tell Basta" was used instead.

  • Zagaziq City

    History of Al Sharqia Governorate Egypt

    With a geographical size of 4,911 km² and its seat in Zagazig, the Sharqiya Governorate is one of the governorates of the Arab Republic of Egypt. The 10th of Ramadan is the largest city in the province, and the 9th of September is annually observed as a national holiday. Because it is said to have been the birthplace of several prophets, peace be upon them, the great companions, and certain historical, political, and military figures, the governorate has religious and historical significance.

See Nile River Tourist Attractions

Details about Best Things to Do in Nile River

  • 05 16, 2023

The Nile’s tourism potential is excessive; from southern Egypt and all the way to the northern regions, The Nile River makes some of the most pleasant tourist places in Cairo on the Nile, for Egyptian dwellers and even the visitors, who traveled to Egypt for the pleasures of the country and people. In case you are hunting for rather fascinating in Egypt; Make sure that you take advantage of enchanting the seashores of the Nile River, they’re not only scenic places but rather enjoy the activities there, where you can board for a romantic Nile cruise, have dinner at one of the posh restaurants facing the river, or even engage in some sports out on the Nile Corniche which offers you the chance to sit back and enjoy the Mother Nature right inside Cairo.

The best tourist places in Cairo are located on the Nile, where crowds are common, especially in the summer, when there is fresh air and cool breezes, especially at night after sunset. The best of these places are as follows:

One of the most stunning tourist destinations in Cairo on the Nile is the Cairo Tower. Another name for it is the Gezira Tower. It is situated on Zamalek Island in the Nile River in Cairo, the capital. It has sixteen floors and was constructed in the shape of a lotus blossom. Compared to the Great Pyramid of Giza, it is roughly 43 meters higher.


There is also a tourist restaurant at the top of the tower that takes visitors around to see Cairo’s landmarks from all directions. When you stand at the highest point in the tower, you see a complete panorama of Cairo. The tower also provides you with magnifying glasses to see Cairo from above, so many people go there to see Cairo’s landmarks from above.

The Nile Corniche extends from Damietta in the north to Aswan in the south, parallel to the Nile River and is the most crowded place in Egypt, due to the beauty of nature and the view during the day, as well as the many lights that decorate it at night, in addition to the spread of restaurants that serve different foods, as well as cafes, juice shops, snacks and flower shops, which extend along the Corniche. In addition to the clubs and halls built on the Corniche that allow all visitors to enjoy the atmosphere of the Nile, and the ships spread on the banks of the Nile where daily evenings are held.

Maadi Island
One of the most famous places in Cairo, it is an area or a park, which includes restaurants and cafes, where you can enjoy a cheerful evening, or sit alone to relax on the banks of the Nile and enjoy the view of the bridges and artificial lakes. The island is located in the middle of the Nile, and it also has Green Park amusement park, so you can spend a fun day with your children.

Dinner on a Nile Cruise
Nile cruise dinner is one of the most beautiful activities to enjoy the best tourist places in Cairo on the Nile, as there are fixed and moving cruises, each of which offers offers and discounts every summer for Nile cruises, to attract tourists and residents of Cairo and other governorates of Egypt.

The cruises offer delicious meals and drinks, and also offer artistic shows such as Tanoura dancing and folk arts.

The prices of Nile cruises depend on the services provided by the cruise ship to the tourist, such as good meals, air-conditioned place, cleanliness, and an entertainment program.

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The main river that flows through Egypt is the Nile River. The Nile is one of the world's longest rivers, and it flows through multiple countries in northeastern Africa. In Egypt, the Nile River has played a central role in the country's history, culture, and economy. It flows from south to north, eventually emptying into the Mediterranean Sea. The Nile Delta, where the river fans out and forms a fertile region, is particularly significant for agriculture and settlement in Egypt.

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