Exploring the Lesser-Known Necropolis of Saqqara, Egypt
Everyone has heard of the Great Pyramids of Giza and the mysterious Sphinx that guards them. But the pyramids of Saqqara aren’t nearly as famous. This actually makes them a Continue Reading →
Category Archives: Egypt
The Temple of Kom Ombo, Egypt
While in Egypt, we visited probably a half dozen temples. After a while, they can sort of blur together. The Temple of Kom Ombo, however is one that is particularly Continue Reading →
The Temple of Edfu, Egypt
The Temple of Edfu is one of the best preserved temples in Egypt. It’s also the second largest temple in all of Egypt, with the Temple of Karnak being the Continue Reading →
What to Know Before You Visit the Pyramids of Giza
The Pyramids of Giza in Egypt are some of the most iconic and fascinating man-made architectural achievements in the world. They are also overrun with tourists, fake security guards, aggressive Continue Reading →
The Engineering Marvel of Abu Simbel, Egypt
Abu Simbel is the site of two ancient temples located in Aswan, Egypt. At least, this is where they’re located now. This isn’t their original location. And how they got Continue Reading →
Hiking Mount Sinai to Watch the Sunrise
I’m the first to admit that I am NOT a morning person. Last year, when we were in Prague and my husband opened the blinds early one morning, I screamed Continue Reading →