Pyramids of Giza: Explore the iconic Pyramids of Giza, including the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure. Don't miss the Sphinx nearby.
Egyptian Museum: Visit the Egyptian Museum in Cairo to witness a vast collection of ancient artifacts, including the treasures of Tutankhamun.
Nile River Cruise: Embark on a relaxing cruise along the majestic Nile River, witnessing breathtaking landscapes, ancient temples, and traditional villages.
Luxor: Discover the historical treasures of Luxor, often referred to as the "world's greatest open-air museum." Explore the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon.
Aswan: Experience the serene beauty of Aswan and visit the Philae Temple, the High Dam, and take a boat ride to the picturesque Elephantine Island.
Red Sea: If you enjoy diving or snorkeling, head to the Red Sea coastal resorts like Sharm El Sheikh or Hurghada, where you can explore vibrant coral reefs and an array of marine life.
Alexandria: Visit the coastal city of Alexandria and discover its rich Greco-Roman history. Explore the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the Qaitbay Citadel, and the famous Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
Islamic Cairo: Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Islamic Cairo, wandering through its narrow streets and visiting historical landmarks like the Citadel of Saladin, Sultan Hassan Mosque, and Al-Azhar Mosque.
Siwa Oasis: For a unique experience, venture to the Siwa Oasis, known for its natural beauty, hot springs, and the historic Shali Fortress.
The Arabic Alphabet which is the Egyptian language of today has 28 letters.
Arabic is written right to left and not left to right like English for letters/words. But numbers are written left to right.
Egyptians are big on greetings (however not big on goodbyes so never get offended if an Egyptian walks off silently after they greeted you with a grand welcome).
These are the Egyptian numbers from 1 to 10. ١ one, ٢ two, ٣ three, ٤ four, ٥ five, ٦ six, ٧ seven, ٨ eight, ٩ nine, ١٠ ten. One is wahid (waah-heet) (واحد). Two is itnan (ihth-naan) (إثنان). Three is talata (theh-lah-theh) (ثلاثة). Four is arba'a (ahr-uh-bah-ah) (أربع). Five is hamsa (hahm-sah) (خمسة). Note that the h has a guttural pronunciation. Imagine exhaling a strong, deep breath from the back of your throat as you say it. Six is sitta (siht-tah) (ستة). Seven is sab'a (sehb-uh-ah) (سبعة). Note that this sounds somewhat similar to the English word "seven." Eight is tamaniya (theh-mah-nee-yuh) (ثمانية). Nine is tis'a (tihs-anh) (تسعة). Speak the last syllable from further back in your throat. Ten is ashra (ahsh-ahr-rah) (عشرة). The r is ever so slightly clipped or rolled.
Some of the words to know include: Aywa - Yes La’a - No law samaht - Excuse me Shukran - thank you Ana asif - I’m sorry Ana mabtkalmsh araby - I don’t speak Arabic Ana mish fahem - I don’t understand Etkalem beshweesh, mn fadlak - Please, speak slowly Ya’eni eh - What does it mean? Momken tsa’edny - Can you help me? Ezayak? - How are you? Marhaba - Welcome Ahlan - Hi, or salam ‘aleikum for hello Sabah el kher - Good morning A’amel eh - How are you doing? Yomak sa’aed - Have a nice day Masa’a el kher - Good evening Salam - Goodbye Naar - Fire Mayyah - Water Laban - Milk Reeh - Wind Bayet - House Bookra - Tomorrow Shems - Sun shakhs - Person Ashofak bokra - see you tommorow
