1. The constellation that we now call the Big Dipper, the ancient Egyptians called the Hippopotamus. 2. Ancient Egyptian women wore perfume not on their skin but on their head, in the form of solid perfume cones. 3. Two of the top products of ancient Egypt were bread and beer. 4. They loved beer so much, their term for party literally translates to “house of...
Egypt has its share of eats and treats. Just like in any other Muslim country, pork is not eaten in Muslim households. Egyptians prefer to eat chicken or lamb meat instead. If you get to visit Egypt, you should never settle for just the pyramids; you should find out how Egyptian food tastes as well. Here are some of the local favorites. Koshary This is a traditional...
Sightseeing People go to Egypt mainly to experience history and see ancient artifacts. This is what most tourists do during their stay in Egypt. And certainly, you won’t run out of historical places to see here. The Pyramids of Giza are a must see. Although we have all seen pictures of the Great Pyramid, the feeling you get from seeing it in real life is magical...
The Pyramids of Giza When visiting Egypt, you should never miss the Pyramids of Giza, which is composed of the Pyramid of Kafhre, the Pyramid of Menkaura, and the Pyramid of Khufu. The Pyramid of Khufu is also known as the Great Pyramid of Giza, and it is the only surviving structure listed in the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The pyramids were built as tombs...
The Egyptian climate can be summed up in two words: hot and humid. Just like in any other desert country, you will experience the scorching heat of the sun during daytime and the cold windy air during nighttime. The cold months of winter start from December and end in January, wherein the average daily temperature is 20°C. The hottest days in Egypt are during the...
