Egypt is the world’s 38^th largest country ; it sprawls across more than one continent both Africa and the Middle East . Egypt is a great place to visit for your vacation as it hardly receives any rainfall . Temperatures can reach a maximum of 90F (32C) in the summer. But If you decide to take a holiday near the Red Sea coast you are likely to get temperatures reaching up to 109F (43C).

Here are some great things to do to make the most of your Egyptian holiday.

Water Sports

One city in Egypt which is very popular among divers for its tranquil and stunning underwater scenes is Sharm el-Sheikh; which is located at just a short distance away from the Dead Sea. At this amazing location you can undertake water sport activities that include wind surfing, snorkelling and scuba diving . While underwater you can witness over 200 different types of corals and over 1000 species of fish . One particular place in Sharm el-Sheikh where you can find great diving sites is in the Ras Mohammed National Park, located at the in the Sinai Peninsula.

The Pyramids

Do you know there are over 100 Pyramids strewn all across Egypt? These amazing monuments traditionally associated with Egypt have been around for thousands of years. Giza Necropolis located on the fringe of Cairo is home to one of the famous seven wonders of the Ancient World; The Great Pyramid of Giza. While in Giza why not take a trip to the most famous monolith statue in the world as well, The Great Sphinx. This statue of a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human is one of the oldest monumental sculptures built by the Ancient Egyptians.

Cairo’s Amazing Markets

Why not visit Cairo, not only is it Egypt’s capital but it’s also Africa’s largest city. Cairo is located in Northern Egypt and situated along the Nile River. Travelling around this city is easy you can choose from to travel by trams, taxi, ferry, rail or airplane . While perusing  the markets of Egypt you need to be prepared to barter with the seller , as it’s the local market culture and is expected. So when you’re ready to purchase an item, the best rule is to see the price the seller is demanding as the maximum, and negotiate down from there. Remember you’re aiming to get the price as low as you possibly can; the ultimate goal is half the asking price.

Whether its fine clothing or antiques you are aiming to purchase , there are amazing sites throughout Egypt to shop such as The Arkadia Shopping Mall situated in Cairo. It holds over 500 stores on its five floors; it’s also the largest Mall in Cairo. Another place to shop is The Ramses Hilton Mall that is also located in Cairo, who offer a vary array of clothing, jewellers, homeware stores , as well as a cinema.

Take to the Egyptian skies

Why not discover Egypt from up above? The weather is predominantly sunny and clear so you can literally see for miles . Taking a trip in an air balloon not only is breath taking but it can also make the experience personal to suit your own specific needs . Flights approximately last 45 minutes and some operators even offer light refreshments . There are different types of balloons; they normally vary based on the price and size of the balloon. This is a great opportunity to take pictures of Egypt from a bird’s eye view, or even snap a few pictures of other balloons flying along with you.

Clubs and Pubs

Should you want to discover Egypt at night there are many places you can go! Take an evening cruise along the River Nile and admire the beautiful Egyptian night sky. Many of the boats offer a variety of live entertainment some in the form of belly dancers, discos and restaurants . If clubbing is your thing there are plenty of nightclubs all around Egypt for those looking for a fast and high tempo evening. Some famous nightclubs include Calypso, Hard Rock Cafe and Little Buddha . Sufi Whirling shows (also known as Sufi Dancing) are also a favourate among tourists in Egypt. The dance is a customary religious dance performed at specific locations throughout Egypt. If horses are your thing go and see an Arabic horse show; these beautiful horses perform amazing routines in such elegant fashion, you will be disappointed if you miss it.

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