Christian Travel Review

About 80 kilometers south of Giza on the outskirts of the Faiyum oasis, stands another monument of Egypt from the desert, the first pyramid of Sneferu. Pharaoh Sneferu, who built three pyramids,began its construction in Meidum (Maidum). Some Egyptologists held the theory that his predecessor and father-Huni began construction of the pyramid and the work was completed only by Sneferu. While it was customary to complete unfinished tombs for burial of a ruler, but did not prove that work continued on the alleged grave of Huni. Moreover, it appears that the pyramid was not intended as a burial place for Sneferu, as any inscriptions, as usual in the royal tombs are missing, and despite finishing Sneferu built the pyramid at Dahshur had two more. Slip through the upper cladding layer of the pyramid, the individual phases recognizable. As with the Step Pyramid of Djoser, was built around a core building six steps, so that a seven-pyramid was built. In the second phase was about 71 meters high building with a stage further and provided now reached a height of 85 meters. Only years later, the reconstruction of the final step pyramid to true pyramid began. (continue reading…)

The necropolis of Dahshur is located on the left bank of the Nile 26 km south of Giza and was not a long time for the public, since this place is in the military zone. Are in addition to some Dahshur other attractions include the two imposing pyramids of Sneferu. One is the Bent Pyramid, which owes its unusual shape, probably static problems. Sneferu, the first ruler of the 4th dynasty was one of the greatest architects and rulers like Pharaoh Djoser also as a generous and popular. After he gave up his first project, the Pyramid at Meidum, Snefru chose the place as the new location for his Dahshur pyramid. The Bent Pyramid is located in the south of Dahshur and was the first, which was planned as a pure pyramid without steps. During construction, hazardous cracks in the masonry core stability and so, in order to reduce the pressure to expand the base length of 188 meters, and the inclination angle of 54 ° 31 ‘is reduced. After it was built further up, to put out the damage to be too serious, you had the inclination angle can be further reduced by 10 °. (continue reading…)

In Edfu, approx.105 km south of Luxor, is the almost perfectly preserved temple of Horus. The 237-57 BC newly built temple offers an impressive architecture from the Ptolemaic period and is also the best preserved house gods of Egypt, because it was a long time up to the capitals covered with sand. Access to the temple by the home side Horus, son of Isis and Osiris, in the form of a large, guarded falcon statue made of granite. The pylon is impressive tower which 64 meters wide and 36 meters high, Horus, Hathor shows with his wife and their son Harsomtus. Surround a large courtyard with 32 columns Pflanzenkapitellen different. The scenes on the walls of the porch telling of the founding and building of the Temple of Horus. From 12-pillared hall doors lead out to salve kitchens and magazines. In the Sanctuary (Holy of Holies) once stood on a granite shrine of a cult image of Horus and the barge was resting there Horus leave his home. (continue reading…)

One of the biggest attractions for tourists to enjoy is to wander through the labyrinthine alleys of the souks Tunisians, an experience that is enjoyed with all five senses.

In them you can find great pieces of local crafts, colorful carpets, pottery, carved Berber authentic jewels of silver, exotic perfume bottles packed in fabulous cut glass, soap, water pipes, slippers, leather ottoman … the offer is so varied and attractive.

Some of the most important crafts were introduced by the Moors and survive to this day an important economic role starring in general.

Researchers interested in the subject were most likely believe that the Moors who introduced the silk industry in Tunisia and raised the worm in the village ‘The Harairia’ named for its expertise in this industry since the word ‘silk’ in Arabic is the same: ‘The Hariri’. (continue reading…)

Morocco : Holidays in 2011,A huge portion of the Orient

Moroccan cities like Marrakech, Fez and Meknes overloaded our senses with scents formally: Countless narrow streets, banging in which artisans in small niches of silver plates lead, vobei at mosque entrances, which are fully covered with tiles artfully complex ornamentation. The scent of saffron and cumin spice stalls of increases in the nose, the palate is still the flavor of mint tea, poured out of the dealer before he negotiated a “good price” for its carpets.
The cultural mix of Arabs, Berbers and many traces of French and Portuguese colonial rule makes Morocco an ideal base for exploring the whole of North Africa. The major cities of Morocco are easily accessible by train – from Tangier near the Strait of Gibraltar, the path leads through the royal residence and the capital Rabat to Casablanca to Marrakesh, Fez, on the east to Algeria. Inland buses into the Atlas mountains, to ancient castles (Casbah) and in the city of Ouarzazate, which served as the backdrop for countless Hollywood productions. The fortified city of Essaouira is the high point on the Atlantic coast.

Marrakech

The magical maze

Describe only as a picturesque Marrakech, the city would not do justice – it is full of too much life to pack many surprises and many hidden beauties, to make it into a simple word. Anyone entering the historic Moroccan city, Marrakech is a beautiful place to your islamic Holidays in 2011.penetrating into a maze of alleys and red-plastered walls, looking next to the motorcycle rider tourists and craftsmen make their way and have moved into wool dyers and weavers directly next to butchers neighborhood – you never know whether or not in the same bustling row of houses also found to have the magnificent portal of a mosque. In the evening, when storytellers, healers and food vendors arrive at the main square Jemaa El Fna, Marrakech unfolds into a huge spectacle that every tourist to the Orient meets expectations but still has not staged. Marrakech, Morocco by train from the north to reach good offers, just off the bustling bazaars kinds amenities – who can stay at a privately owned and the town houses adapted for guests (Riyadh), find where Eastern and Western luxury great together.

Tangier

The “Gateway to Africa” is liable to a dubious reputation today. 100 years ago, when Tangier was an international free trade zone, it was considered a target of agents, gambling and drug lords. After that it was for decades the target of numerous dropouts, especially Paul Bowles, Truman Capote and André Gide. And even if this time is over, but you can feel the atmosphere of bygone days.

(. 650 000 inhabitants) Tangier loves you – or you hate it. For many it is just an ugly port town, run down, dirty and dangerous. For others, Tangier is a living myth. Dark, winding streets, breathe the breath of the past pervade the town. There are also residential area – and of course the new town. In no other city in Morocco social differences come together as blatant as in Tangier.

Meknes

A pristine example of the cultural interaction between Europe and Islam in the 17th Century.

The smallest of the four royal cities (500 000 Ew.) Stays by tourists unbeachet frequently. Wrongly, because in the city, in the 12th Founded in the 14th century and Century was the capital, you will find genuine Moroccan life with colorful markets and a magical, unspoiled old town. In addition, it houses the most beautiful gate of Morocco and the mausoleum of Moulay Isma’il worth seeing, the North African sun king. It was he who built the nation’s largest stables, 30 had 000 slaves and 500 married women, after he married the daughter of Marie Antoinette and Louis XIV let rebuffed. This extravagance brought the empire to the near demise – and gave the city bombastic buildings.

Moulay Idriss

The sacred city of the founding father of Morocco was until a few years off limits to non-Muslims. Today you can walk in Moulay Idriss, 25 km north of Meknes, and a view of the green roofs of the sanctuary, throw in the Moulay Idris I. Amazing destination to your holidays.

Casablanca

Capital of the Maghreb – real and on screen

As the center of the modern industrial economy in Morocco is this metropolitan area with nearly 4 million people, sometimes as less exotic destinations such as Marrakech and Tangier. How many of these places also has a charming Old Town Casablanca, many mosques and historical sites, and a seemingly endless array of markets and souks. As the largest port city in northern Africa, it is characterized by a relaxed, international atmosphere that has survived the end of European colonization. The Hassan II Mosque, built in the coastal foothills, at the 60th To celebrate birthday of former Moroccan king, both for its glass bottom, through which visitors can look down the Atlantic Ocean, as well as for the 210-meter high minaret known. Once the sun goes down, walking, both locals and tourists like the La Corniche along, Casablanca’s main thoroughfare with many restaurants and cafes.

It is in the place occupied by the Lighthouse of Alexandria, which was completely destroyed and for that reason alone attracts many onlookers. In 1480 the sultan ordered the construction of this impressive Quaitbay strength of defensive architecture.

Its towers outside and around the fort were restored after the bombardment of Alexandria by the British in 1882, in anticipation of its invasion and occupation. Entering the first floor to the left, a mosque and the right is the staircase leading to the two upper floors where there is a naval museum open to the public. (continue reading…)

These days became public engagement of Prince William, son of Princess Diana of Wales and Prince Charles, with his girlfriend Kate Middleton. The wedding was held in the spring or summer of 2011 and expects nothing less than 600,000 tourists come to London for this link.

In addition, another site that will benefit from the additional tourists thanks to this wedding, is the Mount Kenya National Park, where the second line to the British throne was his girlfriend the big question, taken by helicopter to one of the lakes in this park.

This is a wonderful place of exuberant nature, yet a little escape what one would traditionally romantic destination.

This National Park is located about 140 kilometers from Nairobi, and covers the area around Mount Kenya, the second highest in Africa after Kilimanjaro. It has been declared World Heritage by UNESCO and has about 715 square kilometers.

It is certainly an ideal place for ecotourism and a variety of sports, as well as make a safari to see the endless plant and animal species. (continue reading…)

Can you imagine sailing through waters within a luxury cruise? Without doubt, ainvolidable experience for any tourist.

The options can be found are:
Oberoi Philae. It is one of the most famous cruise ships that travel the Nile is anelegant cruise decorated in wood, Oriental carpets and upholstery town of European antiques. Their cabins and suites are fully equipped - several have a private balconyto enjoy the journey from your own room - and other luxury amenities.To navigate as true kings! (continue reading…)