Ahmed Samir

The Heavenly Cathedral (Al Samaeyeen) is the Coptic Orthodox cathedral of Sharm El Sheikh, completed around 2010 and famous for its painted ceilings. Entry is free. Here is where it is, when to go, what to wear and how to combine it with the Old Market.

Nightlife in Egypt starts late and runs past midnight. Cairo has Nile dinner cruises, Khan El Khalili cafes and live music; Luxor and Aswan have temples lit at night and sound and light shows; Sharm El Sheikh and Hurghada have beach bars and clubs. Here is where to go and the rules to know.

Sakakini Palace is a rococo-style palace in the Daher district of Cairo, finished in 1897 for the businessman Habib Sakakini, with about 50 rooms and some 300 statues on its facades. It is under restoration to become a cultural centre. Here is its story, what you can see from outside and how to fit it into a walk.

El Sawy Culturewheel, known in Cairo as El Sakia, is a private arts centre in Zamalek under the 15th of May Bridge, with concerts, stand-up, theatre, talks and exhibitions almost every night. What it is, how to find events and book, and how to fit an evening there into a Cairo trip.

Before your Egypt tours journey you can Learn about the Ankh One of the most widely recognized icons from ancient Egypt, that has been referred to as the key to life In Egyptian religion and culture, the Ankh is deeply symbolic of the idea of ongoing life, This ancient Egyptian symbol, which frequently appears in the hieroglyphic had a connection to gods and goddesses and symbolized their celesti

The most powerful woman in ancient Egypt The name Cleopatra brings out overtones of power, mystery, and legend that have endured through the ages. She was the last pharaoh of the land of the Nile, the most famous, and one of the most intelligent and stubborn rulers ever to live. Her story inspires many people about what a strong woman can do in history.

Yes, you can go inside the Great Pyramids of Giza. The Great Pyramid of Khufu needs a separate interior ticket on top of the plateau ticket, and the climb to the King's Chamber is steep, hot and narrow. Here is what you see inside, what it costs and whether it is worth it.