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    Best Things to Do in Nile River

    Cairo, situated along the banks of the great Nile River, is one of the most captivating cities in the whole world with its rich history and culture. An antique town filled with the remains of old civilization and ancient history and the bustling box of a modern life, Cairo is even more than that.

  • The Monastery of El Suryan

    Al-Suryan Monastery - Holy Family in Egypt

    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

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    Food is an integral part of peoples’ culture and cultural heritage. All holidays, occasions and celebrations in Egypt are associated with specific foods that distinguish them and are considered aspects of celebration, such as Eid al-Adha and Eid al-Fitr, the month of Ramadan and Sham el-Nessim celebrations.

  • Dolphin House Reef

    Dolphin House Marsa Allam

    Samadai is a crescent-shaped coral reef located about 5 kilometers from Marsa Alam city. Located about 6 nautical miles southeast of Marsa Alam shore, Samadai is 1.4 kilometers long and 1 kilometer wide and is known as a treasure trove for cetaceans in the area.

  • Tanis The Ancient City of Egypt

    Tanis: The Lost City of the Pharaohs

    What makes Tanis stand out are the many fragments of massive rock structures including granite scattered throughout the ancient site, and what really interests visitors is the fact that some of the remains were burned. There is much speculation about why this is the case, for example, many take reference to Dr. Robert Schoch's theory of a solar flare while archaeologists deny it.

  • Tel Basta museum - Egypt

    Museum of Tal Basta Antiquities

    One of the most significant archaeological museums built in the Eastern Delta in the last ten years as part of the state's efforts to boost tourism is the Tell Basta Archaeological Museum in Zagazig, Sharqia Governorate. The museum was founded in 2006 and ceased operations until it was revitalised and development work was finished in 2017, with a major celebration for its opening in 2018.

Egyptian Goddess

Information about Isis the Egyptian Goddess

  • 05 16, 2023

Isis was mentioned for the first time in history in the "Pyramid Texts" in what are known as funerary texts. She was documented for her obedience as a wife, a caring mother, and a loving sister. According to her family, as the daughter of the earth god Geb and the sky goddess Nut. Throughout Egypt, she was worshipped with her husband and her brother Osiris, in the homes of local farmers and the palaces of the rich alike. In addition, the Pyramid Texts narrates this story, where it says, "Weep, Isis, weep for your brother Osiris." In another place, the texts address Osiris, saying, "Isis will take care of you, she will take care of you after she has found you." Explore the history and the story of Isis with the Egyptian temples and pyramids in Egypt Classic Tours and choose your best vacation. 

 

On the eastern bank of Aswan Governorate, the Temple of Isis is located, next to the eastern fence of the city. During the reigns of King Ptolemy III and King Ptolemy IV, The temple was partially built and was later converted into a church, most likely for Saint Mary. The temple is one of the most significant archaeological discoveries kept in good condition until now since it was found in 1871, as the temple still stands tall with its four walls and its roof with distinctive granite panels. See Isis’s temple during your chosen itinerary from Egypt Easter tours and enjoy the history with professional Egyptologists with Cairo Top Tours.

 

Philae temple’s ruins include many buildings that were dedicated to Isis, the mother of Horus. There is a scene in the birth chamber known as mammisi where was the celebration of the birth of Horus, showing Isis nursing her son Horus in the groves. See the beautiful and great Philae Temple during one of the best Egypt Nile Cruise Tours between Luxor and Aswan. 

 

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Goddess Isis is one of the most prominent deities in ancient Egyptian mythology. She is considered the goddess of fertility, motherhood, magic, and wisdom. Isis was highly revered and worshipped throughout ancient Egypt.

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