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The Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx are represent one of the greatest architectural feats by man. The Great Pyramid of Giza is one of the world's oldest tourist attractions and the reason most people visit Egypt today. There are three main pyramids in Giza; the Great Pyramid of Khufu or Cheops, The Pyramid of Kafhre and the smaller Pyramid of Menkaura. Each Pyramid is a tomb to a different King of Egypt. In front of the pyramids lies the Sphinx, or Abu al-Hol. Carved out of a single block of stone, this enormous cat-like sculpture has attracted millions of visitors.

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Abu Simbel consists from two temples which built for the pharaoh Ramesses II. Natural sunlight and architectural brilliance combine to make the inner sanctum of the temple light up. Abu Simbel lies near the Egyptian border with Sudan. The closest town is Aswan. You can get to Abu Simbel by plane from either Cairo or Aswan. There are also daily buses and tours from Aswan to Abu Simbel. Perhaps the best way to visit Abu Simbel is by boat.

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Temples of Karnak are not to be missed when you travel to Egypt. It is no wonder that Karnak was the most important place of worship in ancient Egypt. The site is huge, measuring 1500 x 800 meters, and is a spectacular complex of sanctuaries, kiosks, pylons and obelisks, all dedicated to the Theban gods. If you don't have the energy to cover all that ground then don't miss the Hypo stile Hall in the Great Temple of Amun. There are several performances of the sound and light show a night with mixed reviews, but mostly good.

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Hurghada If you're a snorkeler or a professional diver you will love Hurghada on the Red Sea. One of Egypt's top destinations for those looking to simply relax on the beach or enjoy some of the world's clearest waters and spectacular coral reefs. Diving is the most popular attraction here and there are numerous diving centers and schools around town. You can expect to see hundreds of spectacular fish both along the shore and around the nearby islands. If you get bored on the beach, you can always head inland for a camel ride with the Bedouins.

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Luxor Temple was built by Amenhotep III and Ramesses II around 1400BC. Its main purpose was to celebrate the festival of Opet. Many rulers built on to the temple yet it always remained a place of worship for Christians and later Muslims. A mosque built inside the temple still exists and is one of the highlights of the site. Luxor Temple is beautifully lit at night so it's worth visiting the site at sunset.

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The Egyptian Museum in Cairo is one of the first stops on most people's itineraries when traveling to Egypt. With over 120,000 artifacts, the museum houses an incredible display depicting ancient Egypt's glorious reign. You can enjoy mummies, sarcophagi, pottery, jewelry and King Tutankhamen's treasures. King Tut's goodies include his socks, underwear and the boy-king's death-mask made of solid gold, described as the most beautiful object ever made.