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    Aswan Governerate in Egypt

    Aswan was known as ‘Sonu’ in ancient Egyptian times, meaning market, as it was a trading centre for caravans coming to and from Nubia. In the Ptolemaic era, it was called ‘Sin’ and the Nubians called it ‘Yaba Swan’. It was also known as the Land of Gold because it served as a great treasure or tomb for the kings of Nubia who lived there for thousands of years. Before the migration, Aswan's borders extended from Asna in the east to the border of Sudan in the south, and its inhabitants were Nubians, but after the Islamic conquest of Nubia, some Arab tribes settled there.

  • Things to Do in Luxor

    About Luxor Governorate in Egypt

    The South Upper Egyptian area is home to the Egyptian governorate of Luxor. Its capital is Luxor, which was formerly Thebes, the capital of Egypt throughout multiple pharaonic eras. Its centers and cities are spread over both sides of the Nile River. The said governorate was established by Presidential Decree No. 378 of 2009, which was promulgated on the 9th of December of that year.

  • kafr El Sheikh Governorate | kafr El Sheikh Governorate History

    History of kafr El Sheikh Governorate

    Kafr El Sheikh Governorate, located in the far north of Egypt in the Nile Delta, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, is characterised by the diversity of natural life and environments, and is one of the Egyptian cities that can be visited after the end of the first semester exams at universities and schools, as it features many diverse tourist and recreational places at symbolic prices within everyone's reach.

  • Egypt's New Administrative Capital City

    Egypt's New Administrative Capital

    The New Administrative Capital is considered the project of the era because it reflects a perfect image of the future and progress on the economic, cultural, social and civilisational level, as the capital is considered the new capital of Egypt at the present time. The importance of the New Capital is that it is a comprehensive transformation of the future of buildings, services and national and mega projects in Egypt.

  • Historical Importance of Al Gharbia

    Al Gharbia Governorate

    The Governorate of Gharbia is inclusive in the geographical area of The Arab Republic of Egypt which is in the African continent, more specifically in the region surrounding the Nile delta, between Damietta and Rashid governance. To the control of the region from the north is Kafr El-Sheikh Governorate, from the south Menoufia Governorate, from the east – Dakahlia, Qalyubia Governorates, and to the west is the Beheira Governorate.

  • Marsa Alam City

    Hamata Islands (Qulaan Archipelago) in Marsa Alam

    Each reserve has several sectors. In Wadi El Gemal Reserve, there is one of the natural areas called the Hamata area or Hamata sector in Wadi El Gemal Reserve. Its sectors are the perfect and most ecological, land and water, and host countless animals and plants found in the oceans and on the land.

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Details about Best Things to Do in Nile River

  • 05 16, 2023

The Nile’s tourism potential is excessive; from southern Egypt and all the way to the northern regions, The Nile River makes some of the most pleasant tourist places in Cairo on the Nile, for Egyptian dwellers and even the visitors, who traveled to Egypt for the pleasures of the country and people. In case you are hunting for rather fascinating in Egypt; Make sure that you take advantage of enchanting the seashores of the Nile River, they’re not only scenic places but rather enjoy the activities there, where you can board for a romantic Nile cruise, have dinner at one of the posh restaurants facing the river, or even engage in some sports out on the Nile Corniche which offers you the chance to sit back and enjoy the Mother Nature right inside Cairo.

The best tourist places in Cairo are located on the Nile, where crowds are common, especially in the summer, when there is fresh air and cool breezes, especially at night after sunset. The best of these places are as follows:

One of the most stunning tourist destinations in Cairo on the Nile is the Cairo Tower. Another name for it is the Gezira Tower. It is situated on Zamalek Island in the Nile River in Cairo, the capital. It has sixteen floors and was constructed in the shape of a lotus blossom. Compared to the Great Pyramid of Giza, it is roughly 43 meters higher.


There is also a tourist restaurant at the top of the tower that takes visitors around to see Cairo’s landmarks from all directions. When you stand at the highest point in the tower, you see a complete panorama of Cairo. The tower also provides you with magnifying glasses to see Cairo from above, so many people go there to see Cairo’s landmarks from above.

The Nile Corniche extends from Damietta in the north to Aswan in the south, parallel to the Nile River and is the most crowded place in Egypt, due to the beauty of nature and the view during the day, as well as the many lights that decorate it at night, in addition to the spread of restaurants that serve different foods, as well as cafes, juice shops, snacks and flower shops, which extend along the Corniche. In addition to the clubs and halls built on the Corniche that allow all visitors to enjoy the atmosphere of the Nile, and the ships spread on the banks of the Nile where daily evenings are held.

Maadi Island
One of the most famous places in Cairo, it is an area or a park, which includes restaurants and cafes, where you can enjoy a cheerful evening, or sit alone to relax on the banks of the Nile and enjoy the view of the bridges and artificial lakes. The island is located in the middle of the Nile, and it also has Green Park amusement park, so you can spend a fun day with your children.

Dinner on a Nile Cruise
Nile cruise dinner is one of the most beautiful activities to enjoy the best tourist places in Cairo on the Nile, as there are fixed and moving cruises, each of which offers offers and discounts every summer for Nile cruises, to attract tourists and residents of Cairo and other governorates of Egypt.

The cruises offer delicious meals and drinks, and also offer artistic shows such as Tanoura dancing and folk arts.

The prices of Nile cruises depend on the services provided by the cruise ship to the tourist, such as good meals, air-conditioned place, cleanliness, and an entertainment program.

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The main river that flows through Egypt is the Nile River. The Nile is one of the world's longest rivers, and it flows through multiple countries in northeastern Africa. In Egypt, the Nile River has played a central role in the country's history, culture, and economy. It flows from south to north, eventually emptying into the Mediterranean Sea. The Nile Delta, where the river fans out and forms a fertile region, is particularly significant for agriculture and settlement in Egypt.

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