History of Egypt
Egyptian History
Egypt's history is one of the longest and most illustrious in the world, dating back to prehistoric times. Ancient Egypt, a civilization that emerged around 3100 BCE, is famous for its monumental achievements, including the pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the development of hieroglyphic writing. The country experienced successive periods of glory and decline, from the Old and Middle Kingdoms to the New Kingdom and later foreign rule by Persians, Greeks, and Romans. Egypt became a significant Islamic cultural and economic center in the medieval period. The modern era saw Egypt undergoing significant political changes, culminating in independence from British rule in the mid-20th century.
Cairo Top Tours can help you explore the beauty and significance of ancient Egyptian culture. With Cairo Top Tours, you'll have access to all the best archaeological sites in Egypt.
We can help you learn about this fascinating culture, which was a mystery until the secrets of the ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs were finally discovered. This happened when the Rosetta Stone was found during the French occupation of Egypt in the late 16th century.
During your Giza Pyramids tour, visit the Great Pyramid of King Cheops, the ancient Lighthouse Pharos, and the Library of Alexandria, once the only one of its kind.
We will tell you about all the different periods of Egyptian history so that you can better plan your trip to Egypt. This will help you choose the right Egypt Travel Packages or day tour including the Giza pyramids tour and the Egyptian museum, or you can try touring some of the major sites on our Cairo day tours. Also, You can plan a special trip on an Egypt Nile Cruise to see two amazing cities in Egypt called Luxor and Aswan.