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Aswan Warnings or Dangers

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Sadly Missed Landmark
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  • By ATXtraveler on July 11, 2004
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  • One of the things that Sarah and I did miss on our trip to Aswan was the Mausoleum to the Aga Khan. The reason we were unable to attend this really dates back to previous visitors, and their disrespect for places of history and refusal to follow the rules of the curators and keepers of such rich history. As the story goes, visitors at some point did not respect the rules to remove shoes when entering the tomb area, and to not photograph the inside... which were ignored. Because of the refusal to follow the rules, the widow of the Aga Khan halted all visitors from entering. Before she could re-issue the ability to visit, she died... and therefore out of her wishes, the family has never again opened this mausoleum to the public. The warning to learn here: Respect History, before you no longer have a history to remember!

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    Don't give Children Money....
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  • By ATXtraveler on July 6, 2004
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  • It was pretty well communicated that giving money to children was a bad thing when over in Egypt. According to the guides, all children are entitled to education and also food and supplies... and therefore do not need to rely on baksheesh or tips from the tourists. This sets a bad tone for them when they realize they can make more money at 6 years old panhandling than they can going to school and studying.

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    Getting hassled...
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  • By CandS on January 27, 2006
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    If you get hassled by the locals all you need to do is say firmly and loudly "La Shakrun" (our guide said to say it la shock-run)... We found that most of the time the locals would just joke around with us - "ah, you are so beautiful", "how many camels for your wife", "I have what you want", "you have beautiful eyes" etc...we just laughed it off most of the time and that usually worked. But if someone was pushy then our La Shakrun came in handy.

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    Toilet Paper
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  • Updated By CandS on June 19, 2006
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    It's not a danger but definitely a warning...where ever you go in Egypt make sure you take some toilet paper. ;) I guess around half of the places we went didn't have any toilet paper...some (mostly where you paid to enter) did have toilet paper though, usually handed over by the attendant. Don't expect too much of the toilets in Egypt and you won't be grossed out. ;)

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    Cameras
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  • Updated By CandS on April 24, 2006
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    Just so you are aware...you cannot take photos inside most temples and if you do, you could get caught...we saw plenty of people having their cameras taken off them for trying to take photos inside. We don't know if films were removed or cameras were returned but most of the time the person taking photos left with the camera. If you are unsure, ask your tour guide if you have one...or ask one of the many tourist police that seem to be all over the place. It's safer to ask first than find out by having your camera taken away.

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    Do not visit locals at home
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  • By AnnemarieC on May 11, 2006
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  • The people of Egypt are very friendly and welcome tourists. You may find that you are invited to peoples homes to meet their family. They mean no harm by this and you should not be in any danger. You will be welcomed into their homes and will be well fed, watered and cared for. You will probably find it a very interesting and enjoyable experience. You may find it very difficult to get away again though. I met some people who had gone to a house mid morning and had not been able to leave again until early evening! They were not held against their will, but were encouraged to stay with more and more food and felt guilty for trying to leave. Be warned.


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    Vaccinations
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  • Updated By CandS on March 21, 2006
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    We asked our doctors about vaccinations for our trip to Egypt. We were told that we would need Hep A, Hep B, Typhoid, Polio, Diptheria and Tetanus vaccinations as well as Malaria tablets (mostly because we were also going to Thailand on our trip). Make sure you see your doctor very early (at least six months before travelling) because some shots require more than one dose.

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    Horse Carriages In Aswan Town Proper
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  • Updated By jltan on October 17, 2002
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  • Beware of the horse carriages owners. They are very quick with their hands. After handing them your money, they will make that money 'disappear' in a second (a trick they can do)! And will tell you that you gave them a smaller bill. One guy pulled this trick on me but I was pretty sure about my money. I told him that I gave him a bigger bill and that was the only money left in my pocket... and I was just a 'student' :-) He bought it and ended up telling me the truth and 'proudly' showing me the trick.. My advise: walk on foot to the marketplace and around the city.. It is a small place with a lot of tourists walking around and relatively safe... DON'T TAKE ANY OF THOSE CARRIAGES!!!

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    Gays and lesbians: Hello
  • By Saladinos on March 14, 2005
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  • Again. I have to say that if u r in rome then do as the romans do. Egyptians are not comfortable with the idea of men having sex with men neither women with women. If u r so, then try to keep your affections till u r in your rooms otherwise you will be hasseled and loose respect big time. This is not to say that there are no gays around; but they know this very well and are doing their best to hide it cause it is a shame here. Sorry but thats how life is.

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    Kissing in Public
  • By Saladinos on March 14, 2005
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  • As you know, when u r in Rome, Walk like the Romans do. Eventhough Egypt is kind of liberal and a touristic place, still it is part of the arab islamic community. This takes us to the fact that public display of affections is not so much appreciated in the streets. You might not be stopped by the police (it is illegal but they let you go), but you will be harrased for kissing your partner and many will be watching the scene. Be patient till u r not in public. Have Fun, kiss much.

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