EGYPT is the cradle of civilizations in the world. Its recorded history stretches back at least 7000 years. It's a country of myths and mysteries with an unsurpassed collection of ancient monuments and relics of antiquity.

Pharaonic temples and pyramids, Roman ruins, Byzantine churches and exquisitely decorated mosques...all these testify to various cultures that have influenced the country and its people.

The eternal "Gift of the Nile",as described by the historian Herodotus, has always had a magical effect on visitors; warmth, hospitality and graciousness of its people are one of EGYPT's strongest drawing cards.

EGYPT today enjoys a great deal of development, blending harmoniously with a long past still throbbing with life. There are luxury hotels, restaurants, oriental cafes , night clubs and of course the lively bazaars in every city especially; the most famous Khan El Khalili bazaar in Cairo, with bargains to be found in handicrafts, leather, silver and jewellery.

But there's more in EGYPT to enjoy; relaxing on a sandy beach in Alexandria, diving round a coral reef in Hurghada, traveling through history to presence on a Nile-cruising ship from Luxor to Aswan or experiencing the Bedouin life on a desert safari trip to the oasis.

If you are planning a trip to Egypt, you will find some very valuable information about the country accessed through the links below.