Egypt & Beyond
Khan El Khalili Bazaar | Cairo, Egypt | Mingle with real local Egyptians in the region’s oldest Souk dates back to 1382.
If you truly want an Egyptian shopping experience and mingle with real Egyptian locals, you must visit the heart of Cairo at the Khan El Khalili Market and Bazaar. The History of Khan El Khalili Market This souk, begun between 1382 and 1389, houses hundreds of shops filled with souvenirs, trinkets and traditional crafts. Sure,…
Read MoreBurj Khalifa Dubai | The World Tallest Building | Must visit in Dubai
What makes a building tall? According to the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat, three criteria define tall buildings. First, its height is measured from the lowest open-air pedestrian entrance to the architectural top of the building—not including technical equipment. Second, its height is measured from the lowest open-air pedestrian entrance to the highest…
Read MoreSheikh Zayed Grand Mosque | Abu Dhabi | UAE | The third place winner for Best Landmarks in the World
Visit TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice third place winner for Best Landmarks in the World—Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. What is The Youngest World Landmark? Its completion in 2007 places Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque as the youngest world landmark on the list; however, it definitely deserves its place. Its marble mosaic…
Read MoreThe Mount of Temptation | Where Jesus was tempted by the devil during his 40 day and 40 night fast.
The Mount of Temptation, as it is commonly called, is a mountain in the Judean Desert where Jesus was tempted by the devil during his 40 day and 40 night fast. Though the exact location of this Biblical event is not known. Mount Quarantania, also known as Jabal al-Qarantal, is the site ascribed to the…
Read MoreBethlehem | Jesus’ Birth Town
“Oh little town of Bethlehem, how still we see thee lie…” Today, Bethlehem- Jesus’ Birth Town is a bustling little town that holds the beautiful memories of Jesus’ birth. 25,000 people live within the city limits of Bethlehem, and the city looks forward to those people who are on a pilgrimage to visit Christ’s birthplace. Inside…
Read More5 Reasons why traveling abroad is right for you…
Do you long for a sense of adventure? Are you interested in learning something new? Would you be willing to try something you’ve never tried? If so, pack your bags because traveling is just right for you. Travel has the ability to test your willingness to take risks, but it also has the incredible power…
Read MoreSt.Simon Monastery | The Cave Church | Cairo | Egypt
Heading to church in a cave is most likely a unique experience. However, over 20,000 Christians gather weekly to worship at Cairo’s Cave Church. The cave is also known as the Monastery of Saint Simon, and it is located in the Mokattam Mountain. Who is Saint Simon? Before we add any details, let’s first talk…
Read MoreTHE GREAT PYRAMIDS OF GIZA were NOT the first to be constructed!!!
When people think of Egypt, they usually think about the Egyptian Pyramids. And, when they think about pyramids, they usually think about the Great Pyramids of Giza. However, these pyramids were not the first to be constructed. To find that pyramid, we have to go back even further to the time of the vizier Imhotep…
Read MoreWho designed and implemented the plans to build the Ancient Egyptian structures | WORKERS IN ANCIENT EGYPT
The structures built in Egypt are true wonders of human ingenuity. The Egyptian thoughtful construction not only provide awe-inspired views, but they also increase the questions we generate when admiring them. How were all these things built? How long did it take? And, more importantly, who were the ones who designed and implemented the plans…
Read MoreSERAPEUM OF SAQQARA | Unsolved Mystery of Ancient Egypt
Are you looking for an unsolved mystery? Do you want to put your detective skills to the test? If so, you might be needed at the Serapeum of Saqqara, Egypt. Imagine for a moment that there are writings that tell of the Serapeum, but somehow they have mysteriously disappeared. Also, imagine there was a mummy…
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