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  • Aqsunqur Mosque Cairo

    Mosque of Amir Aqsunqur

    The mosque in Cairo, Egypt, was constructed between 1346 and 1347 by Prince Aq Sangar, a builder of Sultaniyah buildings. He is credited with the Aq Sangar Bridge on the Great Bay and built a magnificent house and two bathrooms on the Nasiriyah pond. Sangar was among the Ushaqiyah during King Al-Nasser Muhammad bin Qalawun's early days.

  • Al-Hakim be Aamr Ellah Mosque

    Mosque of al-Hakim bi-Amr Allah

    A millennium ago, Fatimid Cairo's oldest and largest mosque was built. In 989, Fatimid caliph Al-Aziz Billah realized the mosque could not accommodate more worshippers and scholars. He planned a new mosque, which was completed by the 6th Fatimid caliph, Al-Hakim Amr Allah. The mosque was inaugurated in 1012 AD and named after the ruler. In 1013 AD, the ruler issued a decision to turn the mosque into a “mosque” where jurisprudence is taught, to help the Al-Azhar Mosque to accommodate students and worshippers.

  • Visit Queen Nefertari’s Tomb

    Tomb of Queen Nefertari

    Nefertari's tomb is one of the creations of historical monuments built by the kings of the ancient Egyptian dynasties and became international archaeological attractions that are visited by tourists coming from different countries of the world to enjoy these interesting stories from inside the temples. Luxor's historical tombs, including "Nefertari's Tomb" No. 66 in the Valley of the Queens, are awe-inspiring. Discovered in 1904 by an Italian expedition, the tomb, which spans over 520 meters, features intricate inscriptions and colors, showcasing the love and devotion of King Ramses II.

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

    The discovery of King Tut's tomb

    The 18th Dynasty tomb of Tutankhamun, discovered by Howard Carter in 1922, is the only complete and undisturbed royal burial in the Valley of the Kings worldwide. On November 4, 1922, the sarcophagus of the Golden King was opened, and on February 16, 1923, British archaeologist Howard Carter entered his coffin room, which had never been accessed in over 3000 years of history. The tomb of Tutankhamun contained over 5000 artifacts.

  • the Virgin Mary’s tree.

    The Tree of Virgin Mary in Matareya

    The Virgin Mary's tree is one of the paths of the Holy Family, as it is located in the place where the Holy Family rested and became weak and frail. It is located in the far north of Cairo, near the obelisk of Senusret, and it can be reached from a street branching from Matrawy Street, which is the street of the Tree of Mary residences, where the tree is surrounded by a large wall and a beautiful garden in the middle of it.

  • Life History of Ahmed Ibn Tulun

    Life History of Ahmed Ibn Tulun

    Abu al-Abbas Ahmad bin Tulun, the prince of Egypt and founder of the Tulunid state in Egypt and the Levant, was born on September 20, 835, and is commemorated today as the birthday of the Abbasid state over Egypt. Ahmad ibn Tulun was born on September 20, 835 AD, from a slave girl named Qasim or Hashim, and his origins go back to the Turkish tribe of Taghzgar, although he was born in the city of Baghdad in Iraq, the capital of the caliphate at that time, and he is from a family that lived in Bukhara, and his father was known as Tulun.

Temple of Amun Ra in Siwa Oasis

Information about Amun Ra Temple| The temple of predictions

  • 05 16, 2023

When you visit Siwa Oasis, you will have an exceptional time exploring the mesmerizing nature surrounding the history. One of the important historical sites in Siwa is the temple of the god Amun-Ra or as it is known the temple of predications. It is considered the main place for the Amun Ra where the ancient Egyptians, nobles, and kings were visiting to get information about their plans and decisions. The ancient Egyptians were hurrying to meet the priests of god Amun Ra to get consultation and advice from the holy Amun. Make your vacation include exceptional destinations of the Egyptian cities by choosing their itinerary from Egypt Classic Tours to have an incredible time. 

 

The date of building temple back to the famous king Ahmose II from the 26th Dynasty 2,600 years ago, as mentioned in the inscriptions on the walls of the temple. The temple had been built upon a plateau 30 meters above sea level. The temple witnessed one of the unique events of the visit of the Great Alexander to the temple during his war on the East to be closer to Egyptian beliefs and know more about Egyptian traditions and beliefs. He sought for the Egyptians to accept him as ruler and during his visit to the temple, they crowned him as the son of the god Amun. Therefore, the temple gained the name of the temple of Alexander. 

 

 

The Great King also went to the priests of the temple to consulate them and to have predication if he would rule the world as he wanted or not to know his future. Another event that led to the significance of this temple was when the Persian king Cymbase sank with his army in the Great Sand Sea between Egypt and Libya during his execution of his plan to demolish the temple. Visit Siwa Oasis and experience the various sites like Gabal El Mawta, Shali fortress, and Amun temple in Siwa Oasis Trip from Cairo 4 Days 3 Nights to travel to the ancient ages and enjoy the beauty of nature, you can also swim in the Salted lakes and have a new different experience.

 

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This is one of the most famous monuments to the god Amun, built during the XXVIth dynasty, in the 6th century BC, on the Agurmi plateau. Siwa is the westernmost oasis in the Egyptian desert, located just 30 kilometers from the Libyan border, in the heart of a vast sea of sand. The Temple of Amun, also known as the Temple of Umm Ubaid, was built during the 30th Dynasty. All that remains is a wall decorated with bas-reliefs and a huge pile of ruins. The temple was built by Nektanebo II. The Temple of Amun is one of the oldest temples in the world. It was built 4 kilometers east of the modern city of Siwa during the reign of the thirtieth dynasty of Nektanebo II.

Yes, Egyptian food is known for its distinct and diverse flavors, using a variety of spices and herbs that give dishes a unique and flavorful taste.

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