Felluca rides
by sswagner
We enjoyed two boat rides in Egypt. One was a motorized boat in Luxor. it would have been a felluca, but the wind was not strong enough at the time. However in Cairo, we did have conditions just right for a ride near sunset. We actually arranged our ride through one of the tour companies in conjuction with other activities. I figure it would no be too difficult to hire one of these boats for a little while. They will make a fine memory as you float on the calmness of the Nile amidst a very frantic city. The Nile is very scenic, whether it is in the middle of the city or in Upper Egypt. Sunset seems to be a good time as it is not too hot and a breeze can appear. Some may believe this to be too "touristy", but I really do believe that most people walk away from the felluca glad that they took the ride. I wish we had some of these in Texas! Floating along the calmm peaceful waters of the ancient river Nile.
See Khan el-Khalili. One of...
by fsayed
See Khan el-Khalili. One of the most amazing bazaars I've ever seen. Everything happens in this area. Some of the city's most impressive mosques are also in the area. Going to the Cairo Opera House to watch an Orchestra perform under the nights sky.
Go to the Cairo Museum
by seagoingJLW
The Cairo Museum was established by the Egyptian government in 1835. the present building was erected in 1900. The museum has over 120,000 objects in its collections which cover the prehistoric era through the Greco Roman period.
It is located at Midan el-Tahrir in Cairo.
The museum was designed by the architect, Mercel Dourgnon
Walk the streets of Cairo.
by Aragina
Walking around Cairo was a wonder in itself. I realised quite quickly that this city was nothing like my native London, and quickly grew to love the people and the relaxed way of life. Hot and Dusty but the people always smile and are helpful.
you must drink ibiscus tea
by call_me_rhia
Each country should have its own speciaity - foodwise and drinkwise. A friend, married to an Egyptian man, insisted that Egypt's must-try ought to be "Ibiscus tea". Of course she forgot to mention it's not a hot tea.
Anyway the famed Ibiscus tea came - and what a suprise it was: the colour is ruby red, and the taste delicious - naturally sweet but not too sweet. Thanks for your advice, Lucille.
Now the desert is green.
Mohammed Ali Mosque - Dec 07
The series of Camels
Ahmed Ibn Tulun mosque - view from minaret
