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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.

adrenaline activities in Egypt

Details on Flyboard Egypt, Adrenaline Activities in Egypt, and Sandboarding in Egypt

  • 05 16, 2023

Egypt Sandboarding 

Despite the abundance of Egyptian tourist attractions and their diversity of adventure, relaxation and, of course, witness to ancient wonders, There is another passion to visit Egypt.The country’s vast deserts offer some of the best sandboarding experiences in the world, with golden, soft and deep dunes, with heights reaching 140 meters. Breathtaking scenery stretches across the desert, surrounding you with wide and open views as you glide over the dunes.To truly finish your Egyptian excursion.

Egypt Adrenaline Activities

If everything you have heard so far seems a bit mundane, then this activity is for you. Thrill seekers will find their happiness in a desert getaway. Imagine yourself riding through the desert plains and sand dunes at sunset on a quad. The desert offers the perfect setting for an extraordinary adventure during your visit to Egypt.

You may learn about Bedouin culture by interacting with local nomads while out on a stroll. Not only that, but you can also ride a camel. You will conclude the day with a barbeque meal once you are well-satiated from this thrilling excursion. 

Egypt Flyboarding

Flyboard is a mix of the most popular extreme sports (jet-ski, ski, snow, acrobatic diving,...) based on a clever system that allows you to propel yourself in the air as well as underwater.  Where is Flyboard in Egypt ? Flyboarding with backdrops of Egypt’s Red Sea coast and several lakes will actually be appropriate. Hurghada, Sharm El Sheikh among others are famous places for flyboarding. Instructors who are experts and equipment that is well maintained will guarantee safety and enjoyment.

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Just a hundred kilometers from the Egyptian capital, Cairo, it embraces vast stretches of sand dunes and one of Egypt's largest natural lakes, making it an address for sand skiing in the country. You have to go to the desert to discover what is considered the best sand dune site in the world because of its rich, deep dunes, some of which reach 140 meters in height. The scenery in the desert is breathtaking. The expanse surrounds you on all sides as you ski. You can head for the sands of the Pacific Ocean while skiing, whether you're on the Cairo Top Tours camp, sandboarding tours in Egypt or day trips in Egypt, as long as you're accompanied by a professional guide. The dunes vary in shape and size to suit everyone. One of the best places and dunes for sand skiing in the Arab world is the large sand sea near the Siwa oasis in the Western Desert, the Qattaniah dunes on the road to the Bahariya oasis.

 

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