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  • Al-Hakim be Aamr Ellah Mosque

    Mosque of al-Hakim bi-Amr Allah

    Al-Hakim Amr Allah Mosque, located on Al-Moez Street in Old Cairo, is a prominent Fatimid landmark and the fourth oldest surviving mosque in Egypt. Built in 380 AH during Al-Aziz Billah's reign, it was completed by his son in 403 AH (1012-1013 AD), making it the second largest mosque in Cairo after Ahmed Ibn Tulun Mosque. The mosque's name was attributed to him. The mosque, measuring 12005 meters in length and 113 meters in width, has two minarets at its sea front, surrounded by pyramid-shaped bases. The upper cubes are slightly backwards, and an octagonal minaret protrudes from each of the upper cubes.

  • Visit Queen Nefertari’s Tomb

    Tomb of Queen Nefertari

    There were also the great queens of the New Kingdom (1550-1090 BC) Nefertiti, the wife of Akhenaten (1371-1355 BC), and Nefertari, one of the celebrated eight wives of Ramses II (c. 1279-c. 1213 BC). While Nefertiti is more popular for the exquisite portrait bust of her that is located in Berlin, Nefertari is famous mostly for her large burial site situated in the Valley of the Queens.

  • tomb of Tutankhamun | Tutankhamun tomb discovery | king tut tomb pictures

    Tomb of Tutankhamun

    The Valley of the Kings, located on the Nile River's west bank near Thebes, served as a cemetery for pharaohs during the New Kingdom of Ancient Egyptians from 1539 to 1075 BC. The 20,000 square meter rocky valley houses 27 royal tombs from the 18th, 19th, and 20th Egyptian dynasties, which have been discovered to this day. Pharaoh Tutankhamun, also known as King Tut, was the last Eighteenth Dynasty Pharaoh from 1334 to 1325 B.C. He is famous for his intact tomb and treasures, unmarked grave, and premature death due to broken bones. His minister married his widow after his death.

  • the Virgin Mary’s tree.

    The Tree of Virgin Mary in Matareya

    The Coptic Orthodox Church commemorates the Feast of the Entry of the Holy Family into Egypt, a minor liturgical feast. It commemorates St. Joseph the Carpenter's obedience to an angel's command to take the child and his mother to Egypt, marking the entry of the Holy Family into the land of Egypt. The prayers begin on the eve of the liturgical day. The Maryam Tree Mazar, a significant tourist attraction in Egypt, is home to the Holy Family and has undergone significant development and renovations to maintain its historical significance.

  • Biography of Ahmad ibn Tulun

    Biography of Ahmad ibn Tulun

    Ahmad ibn Tulun's Turkish roots trace back to his father, who was a slave of Noah ibn Asad, the governor of Bukhara. Asad freed him, and Caliph Al-Ma'mun admired him. He was enrolled in the caliphate court and eventually became the head of the caliph's guard. Ahmad bin Tulun, born on September 20, 835 AD, in Baghdad, the capital of the caliphate, was well-cared for by his father, who taught him military arts, jurisprudence, hadith, and hadith, and encouraged him to learn from scholars and read the Qur'an.

  • Al Qusayr, Egypt | Al Quseir history

    Historical Background | Quseir Town

    The city of Al-Qusair is located on the western shore of the Red Sea in Egypt, 140 km south of Hurghada, and one of the most important villages of the city is Hamrawin village, with an area of 7,636 km², while its population is 50,023 people. Al-Qusayr, named after a fort that protected the nation during ancient Pharaonic, Roman, and other empires, was a hub for gold procurement by Pharaohs. Built by Sultan Selim I during the Ottoman period, the fortress remains intact.

Farafra Oasis in Egypt

Facts about The Egyptian Oasis of El Farfra

  • 05 16, 2023

Farafra Oasis is one of the most enchanting oases in Egypt, it’s called the land of magic. It is considered the smallest oasis in the Western Desert and it is located almost 627 Kilometers from Cairo. The ancient Egyptians chose it as the land of fertility and growth as mentioned in the papyrus of the Tenth Dynasty. The capital of the Oasis is the Palace of El Farfra, It has been globally recognized after being isolated for a long time. The visitors come to it through Egypt Classic packages from around the world to enjoy its crystal mountains, beautiful nature, and unique shapes of rock formations. Moreover, The Oasis of El Frafra is rich with natural beauty like the Palm groves hot springs, an enchanting lake, natural springs, palms, and olive trees.

 

Furthermore, The Farafra Oasis proves that the desert has another side, a side full of nature and beauty, the oasis includes the rarest geological formations in Egyptian Country. The citizens of the Oases and visitors from around the world believe that there are therapeutic properties in the flowing water of the natural hot springs similar to the warm springs in Bahriya Oasis and SiwaO ais. People believe that to enjoy swimming in the spring is one of the best ways to relax during your day to refresh and relax. One of the best scenes that you can have is when you climb one of the hills of Farfra Oasis to discover the natural formations of crystal mountains sparkling with the sun light. 

 

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Farafra is an exceptional oasis, the most isolated oasis in the New Caledonia valley. It is famous for its deep-rooted traditions and customs. The oldest part of the village lies at the foot of a hill, near palm groves surrounded by palm trees, close to hot sulfur springs and Lake Mufid. The oasis is surrounded by various natural springs and a large number of palm and olive trees.

Yes, there are good healthcare services available in the Farafra area in Egypt, including hospitals, clinics, and other medical facilities.

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