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Ptah-em-uya was ‘a high-ranking official’ in 13th century BC.
Source: Egypt unveils Rameses II-era sarcophagus of ‘royal secretary’
Egypt unveils Rameses II-era sarcophagus of ‘royal secretary’; AFP
15 Best Countrıes to Vısıt in Afrıca; Africa Wanderlust
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In this tour guide, Africa Wanderlust will be opening you up to some of the best countries to visit in Africa. Those looking for the promise of an adventure and the best mother nature has to offer can expect the trip of a lifetime in Africa.
World’s Best Places You Can Visit Now Without Travel Entry Restrictions; Joanne Shurvell; Forbes
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COVID-19 pandemic-related travel restrictions and entry requirements for international travelers have eased considerably in most countries or have been eliminated altogether around the world as of this summer.
Source: World’s Best Places You Can Visit Now Without Travel Entry Restrictions
A new tourism development threatens rare wildlife and a major biblical site in Egypt; Charlie Metcalfe; iNews
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This spot in the Sinai desert is one of the few areas in the world revered by Muslims, Christians, and Jews. And it is home to rare wildlife such as the endemic Sinai Baton Blue…
Source: A new tourism development threatens rare wildlife and a major biblical site in Egypt
Abu Mena project completed; Nevine El-Aref; Al-Ahram Weekly
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After two decades on the UNESCO World Heritage List in Danger, the Abu Mena restoration project should now lead to the site’s removal, writes Nevine El-Aref.
Source: Abu Mena project completed – Heritage – Al-Ahram Weekly
Renovation work at historic Cairo mosque angers architects; Al Monitor
Photo: Khaled Desouki
Several Egyptian architects believe that the renovation project of Al-Hussein Mosque in Cairo’s historic district has ruined the area’s heritage and architectural aspect.
Source: Renovation work at historic Cairo mosque angers architects
Threat of demolition looms over Cairo’s historic necropolis; Marc Espanol; Al Monitor
Photo: Amir Makar
A group of architects, historians and other heritage enthusiasts have launched a campaign to safeguard the City of the Dead in the face of the government’s new infrastructure plans.
Source: Threat of demolition looms over Cairo’s historic necropolis
Wadi al-Hitan: 50 Million Years of Egypt; Mona Abdou; Egyptian Streets
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Bedded in the sands of Al-Fayoum is a different understanding of Egyptian history; here, there are no temple tracks and incense, no inked Coptic and no anthan.
Source: Wadi al-Hitan: 50 Million Years of Egypt
Egyptian Heritage Sites Aren’t Party Venues; Mona Abdou; Egyptian Streets
Photo: Al Arabiya
Neon lights bring alive the eyes of statues, and the opaque shadow of a column falls over the dancefloor. It’s a grand sight, perhaps for all the wrong reasons: drinks are half-melted at the base of a limestone ram, a bored child picks their nail into the crevices of an already worn set of hieroglyphs, and a once grand place of worship is reduced to little more than a glorified rave site.
Source: Egyptian Heritage Sites Aren’t Party Venues
An open air museum: The Luxor Temple; Anadolu Agency
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Located on the east bank of the Nile the Luxor Temple provides a glimpse into the history of ancient Egypt.
Historic Cairo regains its ancient glory; Hani Sameer; Al Monitor
Photo: Khaled Desouki
The Egyptian government is reviving Historic Cairo to make a unique tourist attraction.
Saving the Temples on the Nile; Deutsche Welle
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A timeless treasure, nearly lost forever. Without the UNESCO‘s unprecedented rescue operation, future generations might have only seen the stunning temples of Ramses II and Cleopatra in the pages of history books.
Egypt unveils ancient tomb structure belonging to King Djose; Africa News
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Egypt on Tuesday showcased an ancient tomb structure belonging to the cemetery complex of King Djoser, a pharaoh who lived more than 4,500 years ago, following extensive restorations of the site.
Mideast in Pictures: A glimpse into Historic Cairo; Xinhua/Malaysia Sun
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Founded in the 10th century, Historic Cairo is one of the world oldest Islamic cities, boasting renowned mosques, old markets and streets, and monuments.
Inside Egypt’s Seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites; Cairo Scene
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Egypt is home to some of the world’s most important historical, cultural and natural heritage.
Restoration in Historic Cairo; Nevine El-Aref; Al-Ahram Weekly
Five sabils and a hammam in Historic Cairo have received much-needed facelifts, reports Nevine El-Aref…
Source: Restoration in Historic Cairo – Heritage – Al-Ahram Weekly
Egypt’s Wadi Al-Hitan to Develop Nation’s First Green Road; John Bichara; Cairo Scene
Photo: Cairo Scene
At a length of 34 kilometres, the construction of Wadi Al-Hitan’s green road will rely on recycling and utilise a special emulsion that mixes with soil to cut down on heat emissions.
Source: Egypt’s Wadi Al-Hitan to Develop Nation’s First Green Road
People visit Step Pyramid complex in Saqqara necropolis near Cairo, Egypt; Huaxia; Xinhua
[Into the heart of the country] Mummies and tombs tell tales of ancient peoples; Korea Joong Ang Daily
Photo credit: Khaled Desouki /AFP/Yonhap
Source: [Into the heart of the country] Mummies and tombs tell tales of ancient peoples
Ancient South Sinai city of Saint Catherine to get facelift; Rasha Mahmoud; Al Monitor
Egypt has begun implementing the first phase of a project to develop the city of Saint Catherine in South Sinai and promote tourism in the area.
Source: Ancient South Sinai city of Saint Catherine to get facelift
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