Discovering Egypt

Visit modern Egypt with its crowded bazaars in Cairo and Alexandria, the famous dam at Aswan, and the intriguing River Nile. At El Alamein, visualize one of the most important battles fought during World War II. Marvel at awesome pyramids, huge monuments, and dazzling tombs. Experience the incredible sights of treasures from King Tut’s tomb, the Great Pyramids at Giza, and remnants from the ancient city of Thebes.

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• Great Pyramids at Giza - Great Pyramids at Giza probably took a half-million men and 20 years to build.  Learn how these great wonders of the world were constructed.  See recreations of what they looked like 4,000 years ago.  And explore the intricacies of their clverly designed corridors.  Find out how mummies were made.  Learn the names of important Egyptian Gods and the influence they had on everyday lives of ancient Egyptians.  See the death mask of King Tutankamen and some of his tomb's incredible treasures.
• Ancient Egyptian Cities - Travel down the Nile and visit ancient temples, palaces and tombs in Memphis, Luxor, Abu Simbel and Alexandria - the last capital of ancient Egypt.  Hear the story of Egypt's last ruler, Cleopatra, and how her romances with Roman generals Julius Caesar and Marc Antony spelled final doom for the Egyptian Empire.