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Updated Jun 2024
- 9.84.7/5615 ReviewFrom15.7
based on 8803 reviews"Under the signboard of the relics of world civilization, you have to go once. Unless you really have research or love this thing, it feels like ordinary people will not choose to come for the second time. There is no difference in following up the village, the smell of shit is heavy, the quality of the locals is not high, go in to ride a horse and camel, in addition to the money that should be given, there are tips, anyway, it is a common phenomenon in places with poor living standards, so no matter what you do, keep an eye on it."Nazlet El-Semman12.4km from CairoHighlights: The Pyramids of Giza, located on the Giza Plain, are a general term for a group of pyramids, rather than a separate pyramid. They were built between 2600 and 2500 BC. They are synonymous with ancient Egyptian civilization and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The three larger and better-preserved pyramids of the Giza Pyramids are the Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Kafra and the Pyramid of Menkaure. The three pyramids are arranged according to the constellation of Orion. The first thing you see after entering the scenic spot is the Pyramid of Khufu, which is the best-preserved pyramid so far. The entrance to the tomb of the Pyramid of Khufu is 18 meters above the ground. Photography is not allowed inside the interior, and the interior corridors are illuminated. Inside, you can visit the Pharaoh's Chamber of Secrets, which is a small granite room. The structure of the Pyramid of Kafra is the same as that of the Pyramid of Khufu. You can also visit the Pharaoh's tomb inside. The tomb is still empty, except for a square empty sarcophagus, which is placed against the wall. If you are curious, you can stand on the stepping stone and look inside the sarcophagus, which is also empty. After visiting the Pyramid of Khafre, there is the smaller one of the three pyramids, the Pyramid of Menkala, where you can admire its appearance and take pictures. You can also visit. The entrance to the Pyramid of Menkaure is much smaller than that of Khufu and Kafka, and the ladder-shaped passage is entered through a few stone steps.Show Less - 9.34.7/5685 ReviewFrom15.7"it was the most amazing moment when we saw the Giza Pyramids, they are so beautiful and great"Nazlet El-Semman12.2km from CairoHighlights: The Pyramid of Khufu, as the tomb of the Pharaoh Khufu of the Fourth Dynasty of ancient Egypt, is the largest and taller Egyptian-style pyramid in the world. Built around 2580 BC, this pyramid is not only a symbol of Egypt, it is also the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The appearance of the pyramids To visit the Pyramid of Khufu, you must first enter the Giza Pyramid Scenic Spot. After entering, the first thing you see is the Pyramid of Khufu. It is a relatively well-preserved pyramid so far. Although the top has been weathered for a long time, it is still a A huge building with a height of 40 stories. From a distance, the pyramid is an isosceles triangle on all sides, and the entire tower is made of 2.3 million boulders. At the foot of the pyramid, you can climb a few levels symbolically. Inside the Pyramid Of course, in addition to seeing the huge appearance of the pyramid from the outside, you can also visit the inside. Although ventilation equipment is installed inside the pyramid, it will still be stuffy due to the narrow tomb passage inside the pyramid, so it is recommended that tourists with poor health do what they can. The entrance to the tomb of the pyramid is at a height of 18 meters above the ground, and the entrance faces the Big Dipper. Photography is not allowed inside the interior, and the interior corridors are illuminated. Stepping on the steep wooden stairs after entering, you can imagine the ancient Egyptians carrying the pharaoh's sarcophagus, going up the corridor, and placing the sarcophagus in the secret chamber of the pyramid. Walking up the corridor step by step in the pyramid, the footsteps will become heavier, and people will feel more and more stuffy, and then come to the Pharaoh's secret room. The secret room is a small room made of granite, 42.28 meters above the ground. For many years, people thought the pyramids contained the treasures and mummies of the pharaohs. But when archaeologists entered the pyramid in 1881, they found that there was only an empty coffin in the middle tomb. In the pharaoh's secret room, you can see an open dark red granite empty sarcophagus placed in the middle of the secret room. Back then, the pharaoh's treasure had been looted, and only this empty coffin could not be moved. You can walk in and touch the empty coffin and see the ancient Egyptian writings and patterns on the empty coffin. In the secret room, some tourists may be seen lying directly on the ground, and some tourists are sitting cross-legged and closed their eyes. They seem to want to absorb the aura of the pyramid. To this day, many people still believe that the pyramids have a special power. From the secret room, walk slowly back along the corridor. As your eyes brighten, you return to the exit. In a moment, you may have a wonderful feeling of returning to the world.Show Less
- 9.04.7/5621 Reviewbased on 4228 reviews"A trip to the Great Pyramids and Sphinx are definitely worth it. Go experience the rich history for yourself. Take beautiful pictures and enjoy the views."Nazlet El-Semman12.2km from CairoHighlights: When it comes to the pyramids in Egypt, you will think of the Sphinx. It is located in the Pyramid Scenic Area. Near the Pyramid of Khufu and the Pyramid of Khafre, the Sphinx and the pyramids, which have a history of about 4,000 years, belong to the ancient Egyptian civilization. A representative monument, it is also synonymous with Egypt. As the name suggests, the Sphinx is a statue of a human-faced lion with its front paws lying forward on the desert. The entire statue is about 22 meters high and 57 meters long. Except for the front paws, the original head of the Sphinx. Wearing a crown, there is a relief of the holy snake on the body, and there is a long beard and a collar around the neck. But after thousands of years of wind, rain and sand burial, the crown and collar disappeared. The Sphinx is not next to the Khafre Pyramid, but at a distance. After entering the Giza Pyramid Scenic Spot, bypass the Pyramid of Khufu and go through a corridor to the side of the Sphinx, and there is a corridor next to the Sphinx, you can climb to the corridor to take pictures. After visiting the Sphinx, you can also walk to the Khafre Pyramid behind it and the nearby Khufu Pyramid.Show Less
- 7.84.3/5117 Review
based on 508 reviews"The remains of the historical buildings of the Hellenistic period in Egypt, where only the small Sphinx remains in the rest. The large platform of the foundation is still preserved, and it is even more lonely. This is the remains of the Alexandria landmark."Alexandria>100km from CairoHighlights: The Pompeii Column towers over the ruins of the Temple of Serapeum, which requires 100 steps to reach. The Pompeii Column is a huge column 22 meters high, hewn from red Aswan granite, this is the famous Pompeii Column, it stands impressively on the remains of the Rhakotis hill, Alexander the Great is grew up here. Over the centuries, the Pompeii Column has been the main attraction of Alexandria. Its main body is a shaft-shaped cone-shaped granite with a foundation depth of 2.7 meters and a beautiful Corinthian capital at the top. An inscription at the base of the Pompeii column shows that the column was built in AD 291 to support a statue of Emperor Diocletian. In order to spread Greek culture and protect Egyptian civilization, the rulers of that year founded the Serapis belief. The word "Serapis" comes from the Egyptian god Osirapis, to which Ptomiele I added the characteristics of the Greek gods, created a new patron god Serapis for his people, and placed it on Mount Rohaktes. The temple of Serabyum was built on the mound. In the subsequent political and religious disputes, the temple was destroyed by Christians.Show Less - 7.64.5/5127 Review"The ancient Alexandria Library was built in the early Ptolemy Dynasty in the third century BC. It was the largest library in the world at that time. It collected more than 500,000 volumes. It included literature and materials in literature, science and technology, art, philosophy and other fields, attracting famous scientists, philosophers and other places. Thinkers and artists came to visit, such as Archimedes and Euclid, to conduct research, lecture, write books and engage in other academic exchanges. Alexandria became the world's cultural and scientific center at the time. The Ptolemy dynasty was also distinguished by its talents, producing a group of astronomers, geographers, mathematicians, medical scientists and linguists who made outstanding contributions to the world's scientific and technological culture. The new library is located on the seafront avenue of Alexandria on the southern shore of the Mediterranean, next to the large statue of the "Bride of the Mediterranean", which costs $110 million, is novel and unique and eye-catching. The new library covers a comprehensive range of subjects, including the main library, youth library, blind library, planetarium, manuscripts display hall, ancient books museum, cultural relics museum, science and history museum, taking into account the needs of children, blind people and visually impaired people; The books are all-inclusive and everything. For Alexandria and visitors from all over the world, the Library of Alexandria is a wonderful place."Alexandria>100km from CairoHighlights: This futuristic disc-shaped building is a world-renowned reading place with more than 2,000 seats for readers. The entire building is covered in a variety of scripts from around the world to reflect the multicultural heritage and spirit of the library. There are 8 million books in the collection. A traditional library tour begins in the lobby with a multilingual guide (English, French, Italian and Spanish). It is divided into 4 fixed museums, whose themes are antiques, manuscripts, former Egyptian President Sadat and the history of science. An important feature of the library is the interactive display of Egyptian cultural traditions, "CULTURAMA": nine huge computer screens form a semicircle to show people a panorama of war or history. The interactivity of the screen ensures that the presenter can explore the 5,000-year history, and when he clicks on specific content or major events, people can better understand the situation.Show Less
- 7.54.6/5109 Review"Gabey Castle is a very important seaside defense building, is also a fortress built in Egyptian history for military use, the castle is also historical, you can see a lot of good facilities, here is also very large"Alexandria>100km from CairoHighlights: For ancient sailors, the Egyptian coast was a nightmare: the flat coastline often blinded them to reefs and shoals. One night in the autumn of 280 BC, when the moon was dark and the wind was high, an Egyptian happy boat hit a reef and sank when it entered Alexandria. This tragedy shocked the Egyptian government and the opposition. After this, Ptolemy I ordered the construction of a high tower so that sailors could see it from a distance before they came to shore. After 12 years of construction, the Faros Lighthouse was finally completed in 283. Because of its grand scale and unique shape, the ancients named it one of the seven wonders of the world. The bunker's thick outer wall is matched with several semi-circular towers, and now it is a lookout for people to enjoy the scenery and take pictures. In 1882, the British artillery bombarded the Fort Quebe, and after two reconstructions, the bunker returned to its former glory. It is a delightful walk in this area, through the harbour, and the view behind is even more delightful: the colorful fishing boats bobbing up and down in the near, and the bright rotunda of the new library in the distance. There are many stalls selling shell jewelry on the edge of the castle, so choose one or two as a small witness of your trip to Alexandria.Show Less
- 7.14.9/522 ReviewFree"Alexandria is a Mediterranean port city in Egypt. During the Hellenistic period, it was home to a lighthouse ranking among the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World as well as a storied library. Today the library is reincarnated in the disc-shaped, ultramodern Bibliotheca Alexandrina. The city also has Greco-Roman landmarks, old-world cafes and sandy beaches. Its 15th-century seafront Qaitbay Citadel is now a museum."Alexandria>100km from CairoHighlights: Alexandria is Egypt's largest seaport, Egypt's second largest city, and a historical city. A summer resort on the Mediterranean coast, known as the "Pearl of the Mediterranean". It is located to the west of the mouth of the Nile River, about 200 kilometers away from the capital Cairo. The city is more than 30 kilometers long from east to west, and less than 2 kilometers from north to south. The world's major shipowners, including DIS International, can transport container cargo from major ports in China to the port.Show Less
- 6.84.5/598 Reviewbased on 536 reviews"The Memphis Museum is a huge venue with a lot of modern artworks to be seen throughout the museum, and the Memphis Museum is also a huge modern building with a large collection of ancient Egyptian artworks and crafts."Mit Rahinah21.8km from CairoHighlights: Memphis is located about 32 kilometers south of Cairo. It was the capital of ancient Egypt during the Old Kingdom and one of the oldest cities in the world. But now it has become a ruin, only an open-air museum and dilapidated stone statues remain. Giant Ramses II Statue The Memphis Museum is very small, with only a lying statue of Ramses II in the museum. The statue was originally about 14 meters high and was carved from a single block of limestone, which is quite exquisite. Although 3,200 years old, the hieroglyphs on the statue are still clearly visible. In an earthquake, the statue's legs and left hand were broken, so the statue is now lying on the floor of the museum hall. If you want to see it clearly, you can go to the balcony on the second floor and make a detour. Outside the Sphinx Museum of Amenphis II is a small garden, you can see some broken stone sculptures, one of which represents the Sphinx of Amenphis II (Amenphis II) is more than 4 meters high , carved from a single 80-ton rock.Show Less
- 6.74.4/537 Reviewbased on 748 reviews"Nice place to see for about an hour. Burial place of tons of ancient Egyptians. Plenty of cool hieroglyphics."Alexandria>100km from CairoHighlights: This is the largest Roman cemetery in Egypt known so far. The architecture adopts the architectural style of the Egyptian Pharaoh period and the Greek style. The tomb consists of three layers of tombs with a depth of 35 meters. The ground floor is about 20 meters below the street, flooded by underground water seepage and inaccessible, but the upper area that can be visited is impressive enough. The tombs were built in the 2nd century AD, probably belonged to a family, and later developed into a cemetery with a capacity of 300 bodies. The dark spiral staircase in the tomb was the passageway for transporting the dead back then, where people used ropes to lower the dead bodies down the circular axis. The central patio can be used for lighting and ventilation. Go down to the 1st floor, and you will reach the rotunda after passing the corridor. The dining room on the left is where the mourners eat, and the stairs in front lead down to the main tomb on the 2nd floor. The reliefs on the inner wall of the tomb are rare in the world: the holy snake guarding the gate wears a red and white crown representing Upper and Lower Egypt, holding the pine cone scepter of the Greek god of wine Dionysus and the double serpent wand of Hermes, the messenger of Zeus. Wearing the round shield of the Greek banshee Medusa, Anubis, the patron saint of the Egyptian cemetery standing in the tomb, is dressed as a Roman legion. These peculiar reliefs made the burial chamber famous. Go through two paths from the reception room and enter a U-shaped aisle. There is a cave at the corner of the aisle, which is where the coffin of the owner of the tomb is buried.Show Less
- 6.34.5/518 Review"the Alexandria national museum was a great find, definitely worth a visit if you are in Alexandria"Alexandria>100km from CairoHighlights: The museum uses a noble villa. The basement floor displays collections from the Pharaoh era, the first floor is the Greek era, and the second floor is the collection of the Coptic and Islamic eras, all of which are found in Egypt. You can enjoy well-preserved treasures such as carvings from the Cleopatra era.Show Less
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FAQ
What are some Best Things to Do near Cairo?
Some Best Things to Do near Cairo include:Giza Necropolis, The Great Pyramid of Giza, Great Sphinx of Giza, Serapeum of Alexandria, Alexandria Library
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do near Cairo?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do near Cairo include:Giza Necropolis:4.7, The Great Pyramid of Giza:4.7, Great Sphinx of Giza:4.7, Serapeum of Alexandria:4.3, Alexandria Library:4.5
Where are Best Things to Do near Cairo located?
The Best Things to Do near Cairo are mainly located in:Giza Necropolis:Nazlet El-Semman, The Great Pyramid of Giza:Nazlet El-Semman, Great Sphinx of Giza:Nazlet El-Semman, Serapeum of Alexandria:Alexandria, Alexandria Library:Alexandria
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