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...from the rooftop of our hotel...location location location...
Cairo

September 4th 2022
Cairo-nothing more needs to be added, one of those places in this world that conjures up visions of ancient civilizations and cultures...the magical home of Pharaohs, Pyramids, Temples, Tombs, and the Nile, could not wait to get exploring... Funny, Egypt was never really on our radar for some reason, it had come up in conversations over the years but never really stuck strangely enough...with int ... read more
Africa » Egypt » Lower Egypt » Cairo

Egyptian Flag The regularity and richness of the annual Nile River flood, coupled with semi-isolation provided by deserts to the east and west, allowed for the development of one of the world's great civilizations. A unified kingdom arose circa 3200 B.C. and a ser... ... read more
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20th October 2022

CAIRO
What an amazing pic! Certainly entices the senses. I have often considered Egypt but it seems to have escaped the radar in the event it was a hassle rather than a joy. Only 7 in your group but losing your luggage. Did you ever receive it? Gotta say the antiquities on offer do entice.
21st October 2022

Cairo
Thanks Dave! I would imagine doing Egypt on your own would be a hassle, it's pretty full on with things to be wary of that our guide fortunately steered us through, taking the stress out and making it a pleasant experience...our guide was awesome and knew his stuff (and could read hieroglyphics???) which is indispensable in a country with this much history...and yes my bag was found and delivered about three days later! Lol...

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