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  • Nubian Heritage Egypt | Nubian History and Culture  | The cultures of Nubia | Nubian lifestyle

    Nubian History and Culture

    The area located in southern Egypt along the Nile River to northern Sudan. Most of Nubia is located in Sudan and about 25% of it is located in Egypt. Nubia, an ancient kingdom, thrived in the Wadi el-Khawy, a rich agricultural basin that facilitated Neolithic societies since the fourth millennium BC.

  • Spices from Egypt | Herbal Medicine in Ancient Egypt

    Ancient Egyptian medicine

    Ancient Egyptian medicine, often associated with magic and spells, is proven effective in modern culture. According to the British Pharmacopoeia, ancient Egyptian pharmaceutical formulas are 37% consistent with known ones. Ancient Egyptian medical texts provide logical and appropriate examination, diagnosis, and treatment steps.

  • Egyptian Cotton | the Best in the World

    Egyptian Cotton | Long staple cotton

    Egyptian cotton is the best type of cotton, which is called “long staple cotton” and is therefore exported to all countries of the world. The cotton industry requires the “ginning” step, which means ridding the cotton flower of seeds and separating it from the seeds, followed by several industries, including the manufacture of oils and fodder from the products of the husk after breaking it.

  • Taco Day

    National Crunchy Taco Day

    It's time to celebrate National Crunchy Taco Day on March 21! This day is an entertaining way to appreciate the yummy delicacies of crunchy tacos, as well as their long timeline. The taco has existed in Mexico since the 18th Century, and nowadays you could come across this delicacy in every part of Africa.

  • Oriental Carpet School in Egypt

    Carpet Schools & Factories in Egypt

    The town of Saqqara, located on top of the Step Pyramid of Djoser, sometimes called the Pyramid of Saqqara, is about 20 kilometers from the pyramids at Giza and is famous for its handcrafted carpets, which have long been a major craft for many residents. These village-based carpet weaving workshops have grown to be popular tourist destinations for local international tourists who want to take part in these kinds of activities while in Egypt and bring back some one-of-a-kind items.

  • Ancient Egyptian Pottery

    Ancient Egyptian pottery

    The Egyptian Museum in Tahrir, the oldest Middle Eastern archaeological museum, houses the world's largest collection of ancient Egyptian antiquities, spanning from pre-dynastic to Greek and Roman eras, including a significant pottery collection. The ancient Egyptian civilization's pottery art is a unique and sophisticated expression of their development, despite being the simplest form of art. This skill was known to the ancient Egyptians from the pre-dynastic period (4400-3000 BC), showcasing their advanced knowledge of pottery.

Taba | Things to do in Taba

Things to do in Taba

  • 05 16, 2023

Taba is a city in Egypt that falls under the jurisdiction of the South Sinai Governorate. It is strategically located at the northern tip of the Gulf of Aqaba, nestled between the mountain range and the eastern Taba plateaus on one side, and the waters of the Gulf of Aqaba on the other. The city has a population of approximately 3,000 residents and spans an area of around 508.8 acres, situated 240 kilometers north of Sharm El-Sheikh. Notably, it serves as the busiest border crossing point in Egypt.

For those traveling to Egypt, this is an opportunity to experience its stunning white sandy beaches, radiant sunshine, crystal-clear blue waters, and warm climate along the Red Sea. Day tours from Hurghada, the nearest city with air travel options to Luxor, allow visitors to explore the archaeological wonders of ancient Egypt through Luxor day tours. One of the finest ways to appreciate the remarkable beaches is by visiting Sharm El-Sheikh, which offers some of the best coastal experiences in Egypt and is recognized for its luxury tours.

The city is home to several significant tourist attractions, including the Flag Platform, a memorial commemorating the raising of the Egyptian flag in Taba on March 19, 1989. Additionally, a typical Bedouin village has been established, featuring 198 Bedouin homes, a school, a health unit, and 60 shops and youth centers, all aimed at serving the Bedouin communities, particularly those from Wadi Al-Marakh, with an investment of approximately 50 million pounds. Furthermore, the Taba Museum plays a crucial role in preserving the city's history, housing three halls that contain over 700 artifacts, which chronicle the lives of the people of South Sinai from the Pharaonic period to contemporary times.

 Until recently, the only notable structures in this area, aside from the border guards, were a bus station and a Hilton hotel situated near the border. At present, Taba has developed to include several cafes, restaurants, and a hotel; however, the majority of visitors merely transit between Egypt and Israel.

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Pharaoh Island is located 10 kilometers from the city of Aqaba in Jordan and just 30 meters from the Sinai beach. It is home to the ancient castle of Salah al-Din, established by the leader Salah al-Din in 1171 AD to defend against Crusader incursions and safeguard the Egyptian pilgrimage route through Sinai. In 1182 AD, Prince Arnat, the lord of Karak Fort, besieged the island with the aim of obstructing the Red Sea for Muslims and monopolizing trade routes to the Far East and the Indian Ocean by capturing Ayla (modern-day Aqaba) to the north and Aden to the south. The valiant Abu Bakr bin Ayoub opposed him under the directives of his brother Salah al-Din, in preparation for the Battle of Hattin. The castle features defensive structures, a weapons manufacturing facility, a war council room, accommodations for soldiers, a baking oven, grain storage, a steam bath, water reservoirs, and a mosque established by Prince Husamuddin Bajil bin Hamdan. Constructed from granite firestone sourced from the hill on which it stands, the castle is a remarkable historical site. I encourage all tourists to ask any questions, as I am your guide specializing in Egyptology and am present on Egyptian soil.

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 Egypt has many historical sites that you can visit and enjoy. In this small town, you can try more than the activities that you do on Sharm El Sheikh day tours despite the difference in the area. As Sharm El Sheikh is at the top of Red sea tours, Taba is quieter than Sharm El Sheikh. They called it the city of royals due to its luxury tours in Egypt.

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