Download or read book Luxor Egypt Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-09-24 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The dynastic and religious capital of Middle Kingdom (circa 2050-1710 BCE) and New Kingdom (circa 1550-1080 BCE) Egypt, Luxor has much to offer the visitor, from vast temples, to ancient royal tombs, via spectacular desert and river scenery and a bustling modern life. Thebes, the world heritage listed old capital of Egypt, was on the west bank of the Nile at Luxor. Most of Luxor's ruins and tombs are there. The modern city of Luxor is on the east bank. This area has the train and bus stations, most of the hotels and restaurants, some museums, tourist shops and so on. Most visitors (and almost all tour groups) stay on the east bank and travel across for the tourist sites but, in recent years, there has been an increase in hotels on the west bank and many independent travellers stay there. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book Aswan Egypt Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-09-24 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Aswan is the smallest of the three major tourist cities on the Nile. Being the furthest south of the three, it has a large population of Nubian people, mostly resettled from their homeland in the area flooded by Lake Nasser. It is the home of many granite quarries from which most of the obelisks seen in Luxor were sourced. Aswan was the ancient Egyptians' gateway to Africa. Also, Aswan is the hassle-free alternative to Luxor with an equally or even more beautiful Nile, many impressive sights nearby and a far more authentic souq than the tiny one in Luxor. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book Valley of the Kings Egypt Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-09-24 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Valley of the Kings is an Egyptian archaeological locality in the hills immediately behind the West Bank of Luxor. As such, it is one of the most remarkable archaeological destinations in the world - the burial place of most of the pharaohs of Egypt of the New Kingdom. The tombs within the Valley are designated by a KV number, standing for "King's Valley". The tomb of Tutankhamun, for example, is also known as KV62. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book Egypt Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-04-27 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Arab Republic of Egypt is in north-eastern Africa. Egypt is perhaps best known as the home of the ancient Egyptian civilization, with its art, temples, hieroglyphs, mummies, and above all, its pyramids. Less well-known is Egypt's Coptic Christian and Muslim heritage, with ancient churches, monasteries and mosques dotted across the landscape. Egypt stimulates the imagination of western tourists like few other countries and is probably one of the most popular tourist destinations world-wide. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book Alexandria Egypt Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-09-24 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alexandria is a faded shade of its former glorious cosmopolitan self, but still worth a visit for its many cultural attractions and still-palpable glimpses of its past. Few cities of the world have a history as rich as that of Alexandria; few cities have witnessed so many historic events and legends. Founded by Alexander the Great (Iskander al-Akbar) in 331 BC, Alexandria became the capital of Greco-Roman Egypt; its status as a beacon of culture is symbolized by Pharos, the legendary lighthouse. Today's Alexandria is a dusty seaside Egyptian town with miles of tatty low-rise and 'burbs holding its population of 5 million, yet its status as Egypt's leading port keeps business humming, and tourists still flock to the beaches in the summertime. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book Sinai Egypt Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-09-23 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Sinai Peninsula, often shortened to Sinai is the easternmost part of Egypt between the Mediterranean and the Gulfs of Suez and Aqaba, both forks of the Red Sea. The western and northern coasts are practically uninhabited, but several Bedouin settlements and tourist attractions dot the eastern coast. Above ground is a harsh, forbidding and (in summer) brutally hot desert of parched rock. The reason most tourists come here are the vistas underwater: the Sinai coast offers some of the best diving in the world. The region is also important because of its places of importance in the Abrahamic religions. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book The Rough Guide to Egypt written by Rough Guides and published by Rough Guides UK. This book was released on 2013-02-01 with total page 566 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The new full-colour Rough Guide to Egypt is the definitive guide to this amazing country, whose ancient civilization still fascinates today. But there's more to Egypt than just pyramids and temples. The Red Sea offers some of the world's finest diving, a few hours by air from Europe. There are awesome dunes and lush oases to explore in its deserts, and fantastic bazaars and mosques in the capital, Cairo. Detailed accounts of every attraction, along with crystal-clear maps and plans, make it easy to access anything from remote oases to nightlife that only locals know. You'll find lavish photography and colour maps throughout, along with insider tips on how to get the best out of Luxor's temples or Sinai's beach resorts. At every point, the Rough Guide steers you to the best hotels, cafés, restaurants and shops across every price range, giving you balanced reviews and honest, first-hand opinions. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Egypt. Now available in ePub format.

Download or read book Algeria Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-04-27 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Algeria is a country in North Africa. It has a Mediterranean Sea coastline in the north. It is surrounded by Morocco to the northwest, Tunisia to the northeast, Libya to the east, Niger to the southeast, Mali to the southwest, Mauritania and Western Sahara to the west. Algeria's fantastic diversity of landscapes and extremely rich cultural legacy (boasting no less than 7 World Heritage sites), combined with its high level of economical and social development (at least by African standards), could easily make it one of the most popular tourist spots in Africa. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book Algiers Algeria Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-10-03 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Algiers is the capital of Algeria in North Africa. In Algiers, most of the interesting sights are in the old part of the city known as the Casbah or Medina. The travelers that do make it to Algiers are impressed with the very friendly and hospitable people. The many old French buildings, the promenade along the seafront and the food also get good ratings. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book Fodor s Essential Egypt written by Fodor's Travel Guides and published by Full-color Travel Guide. This book was released on 2022-12-27 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you want to cruise the Nile, explore the Valley of the Kings in Luxor, or see the Pyramids of Giza, the local Fodor's travel experts in Egypt are here to help! Fodor's Essential Egypt guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has been fully-redesigned with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. Fodor's "Essential" guides were named by Booklist as the Best Travel Guide Series of 2020. Fodor's Essential Egypt includes: AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time MORE THAN 20DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidently COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust! UP-TO-DATE and HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS for the best sights, restaurants, hotels, activities, side-trips, and more PHOTO-FILLED "BEST OF" FEATURES on "Best Diving and Snorkeling Sites," "Best Beaches in Egypt," and "Best Street food in Cairo" TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS on when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money SPECIAL FEATURE on "Know Before You Go" and "FAQs for Travel in Egypt" HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, cuisine, geography and more LOCAL WRITERS to help you navigate confidently and find the under-the-radar gems UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, the Pyramids of Giza, the Valley of the Kings, Sharm el-Sheikh, the Nile Valley, and more Planning on visiting other destinations in the region? Check out Fodor's Essential Turkey and Fodor's Essential Israel. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us! *Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition.

Download or read book Crete Greece Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-03-20 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Crete is well known for its seas and beaches but it has a very contrasting landscape. The island goes from fertile coastal plains to rugged mountains and from busy metropolitan cities to very peaceful hillside villages. If you travel throughout Crete you can clearly see remnants of Roman and Turkish aqueducts and architecture from when these people invaded the island long ago. You will also find ancient Minoan ruins around the island. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book Ankara Turkey Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-07-12 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As the national capital, Ankara is home to a large population of foreign diplomats and embassy staff, so it offers goods and services that might be more difficult to find in other Turkish cities. Ankara has several historic buildings and landmarks, mostly concentrated around Ulus. On a quick visit, one can get a taste of most important historic places in a day long trip. Ankara has a symbolic significance for the secular Turks. It is the place where a new era for the Turkish people started. It is a symbol for independence, development and Western values. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book Lebanon Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-05-10 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Republic of Lebanon is a small country (10,452km2 in area) with 3.7 million inhabitants) within the Middle East region with its capital being Beirut. There are Roman baths in Beirut, as well as the Cardio Maximus - to name a few. Byblos is also rich in Crusader ruins and for a small fee you can view them (they are located near the bazaar). There are a lot of ancient mosques, synagogues, and churches in Lebanon. Also be sure to visit the Place des Martyrs (Martyrs' Square) in Beirut, a statue erected in memory o the Lebanese nationalists who were hanged by the Ottomans for revolting during the first World War. Lebanon is a country rich in natural scenery from beautiful beaches to mountains and valleys. Lebanese people take pride that Lebanon is one of the few countries that gives you the opportunity to go skiing in the morning and going to the beach in the afternoon. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book Egypt Travel Guide Tourist Book written by Jesse Russell and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Ethiopia Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-05-07 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ethiopia is one of the oldest independent nations in the world, and one of the world's oldest Christian states (rivalling only Armenia in this regard). It has long been an intersection between the civilizations of North Africa, the Middle East and Sub-Saharan Africa. Much of Ethiopia is a high plateau with central mountain ranges divided by the Great Rift Valley, but there are low-lying lands in the eastern and westernmost parts, with the lowest point being the Danakil Depression. Three major crops are believed to have originated in Ethiopia: coffee, grain sorghum, and castor bean. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book Tripoli Lebanon Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-08-29 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tripoli is an old city in northern Lebanon. It is the largest city in Northern Lebanon, and is Lebanon's second capital. Tripoli's historic status, coupled with a young and dynamic well educated populace has meant that the city continues to be a contender for strong growth and development in Lebanon (given the right investment). A vibrant area of the city, visitors will find an agglomeration of jewelers, perfumers, tanners, soap-makers and tailors within the narrow streets. The city is known for its production of soap,copper and brass trays, engraved wooden boxes, furniture, and oriental sweets. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book Madaba Jordan Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-08-29 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Madaba is a small town in central Jordan located south of the capital Amman on the King's Highway, some 10 km from Hesban. A town with a long history, Madaba is best known as the location of the "Madaba Map", a 6th-century mosaic depiction of Jerusalem and many parts of the Holy Land. Madaba is approximately 10% Christian (Catholics and Greek Orthodox). Much of the traveller and pilgrim infrastructure is run by the Franciscans however. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.