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• Dalida - Egyptian actress and singer http://www.dalida.com/us.htm
• Amr Diab - singer and composer http://daytranslations.com/famous_egyptian_people.aspx

updated 2010-11-23 18:56:16

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Sharm el Sheikh

Sharm el Sheikh was originally a fishing village. http://www.touregypt.net/featurestories/charmofsharm.htm During the Sinai Conflict in 1956 it was captured by the Israeli Army; it was returned to Egypt in 1957, and United Nations peacekeepers were subsequently mobilized within the area. http://www.thefreelibrary.com/I+retrace+my+father%27s+footsteps+in+Sharm-el-Sheikh+after+48+years-a0203634671http://english.peopledaily.com.cn/90002/98666/98734/98845/6806031.html Sharm el Sheikh was then recaptured by Israel in 1967 during the Six Day War between Egypt and Israel, after Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser blockaded the Straits of Tiran. http://www.frommers.com/destinations/sharmelsheikh/4052010001.html Egyptian President Anwar Sadat signed the Israel-Egypt Peace Treaty in 1979 at the Camp David Accords; the Peace Treaty restored Sharm el Sheikh to Egypt in 1982. http://www.sadat.umd.edu/people/anwar_sadat.htm http://traveltips.usatoday.com/sharm-el-sheikh-egypt-11330.htmlOn July 23, 2005, a terrorist attack killed 88 people and wounded hundreds more in Sharm el Sheikh. http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,163440,00.html http://www.tribuneindia.com/2005/20050724/main1.htm Three bombs were detonated in various areas; the majority of victims were Egyptian. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/4709491.stm

Visitors can travel through the Sharm el Sheikh International Airport (airport code SSH). http://www.flightstats.com/go/Airport/airportDetails.do?airportCode=SSHThis airport serves 19 countries, with 61 destinations. http://www.theairdb.com/airport/SSH.html At the time ...

updated 2010-09-24 22:36:53

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Anfoushi Neighborhood

Located in the north end of the city, the Anfoushi neighborhood overlooks the Mediterranean.You'll pack a lot of sightseeing into a relatively small area if you target this neighborhood. Some of the major attractions include:

Qaitbay Citadel: Built to defend the city in the 15th century by Sultan al-Nasser bin Qalawoun, the Citadel is located at the northern edge of the entrance to the eastern port, in teh exact same location as the ancient great Lighthouse of Alexandria. Today it houses a museum and the Alexandria Aquarium.

Abu El Abbas El Mursi Mosque: Constructed in 1775 by Algerians, it was built over the tomb of the thirteenth century Murcia Andalusan saint, Ahmed Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi (Abu'l 'Abbas) It's been a focal point for Muslims since the mid 7th century and has a long history as a sacred site.

Anfoushi Cultural Palace: This government owned and operated cutlural institution hosts fine art exhibits and cultural and educational events.

Anfushi Tombs: Dating from 250 BC, these tombs are made of limestone and are decorated with pictures of Egyptian gods and daily life in a Greek inspired style.

In addition to historic and cultural sites, you'll find a busy fish market and thriving nightclub scene in this colourful neighborhood.http://www.touregypt.net/alanfush.htm http://www.touregypt.net/featurestories/abbasmursimosque.htm

updated 2010-07-16 21:38:53

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Alexandria National Museum

Located Tariq Al-Horreya Street (former Rue Fouad), near the center of the city.

The Museum includes three floors of exhibits. The first level features artifacts from the Pharaonic period. The walls are decorated in a dark blue - the ancient Egyptian color that symbolized the afterlife.

The second level features artifacts from the Greco-Roman period (circa 500 BC to circa 500 AD, approximately,) during Alexandria's heyday. This level also houses finds from recent underwater excavations conducted around the city, including several notable stone statues from this period. The third floor features Coptic and Islamic treasures and artifacts; the two faiths that have largely shaped the city's history.

A lecture hall and an open air theater for evening performances is now located in what used to be the old garage for the American Consulate's staff. The open-air theater can accommodate an audience of about 800, while the lecture auditorium holds about 150 people.

Of note: the Museum allows cameras, but flashes may not be used. A camera permit costing E£30 is required.

• Open daily, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM.
• Admission is E£35http://heritage-key.com/site/alexandria-national-museum

updated 2010-07-16 21:10:01

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Alexandria Tourist Attractions

• Alexandria Fish Market - This ultra busy market - the most important fish market in Egypt - is located in the Anfoushi neighborhood, one of the oldest in the city, and gives you a glimpse at what you'll sample at the city's many restaurants, along with one of the city's economic lifebloods.http://www.egypt.travel/UK/index.php?nav1=destination&id=1&flashinstalled=2

• Alexandria National Museum - Established in 2003 and the keystone of Alexandria's re-emergence as a tourist destination, the Museum is housed in a spacious restored palace and contains about 1,800 artificacts that span centuries, incluidng the Pharaonic, Roman, Coptic and Islamic eras. You'll also find some of the underwater archeological finds of recent years, including portions of the old Pharos.http://www.egyptianmuseums.net/html/alexandria_national_museum__an.html

• Bibliotheca Alexandrina - Built partly to commemorate the ancient Library of Alexandria that was destroyed in antiquity, the modern version aims to emulate it as a beacon of learning, including four art galleries, four museums, a planetarium and a collection with materials donated from around the world. It currently maintains the only copy and external backup of the Internet Archive.http://www.bibalex.org/Home/Default_EN.aspx

• Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa - One of the more spectacular historic sites of the city, their name means "piles of shards". The labyrinth of tombs was tunneled into the bedrock by a wealthy family still practicing the ancient religion in the 2nd century AD, and consists of a winding staircase ...

updated 2010-07-16 21:10:03

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Bibliotheca Alexandrina

Located near the Corniche at the city's north end, the Biblioteca is open 11:00am to 7:00pm from Saturday to Thursday, and from 3:00pm to 7:00pm on Fridays.

Admission to the library is E£10, which includes the library resources, guided tours, and access to both permanent and temporary exhibitions.

Additional admission fees:

• Antiquities collection - E£20
• Manuscripts collection - E£20
• Collective ticket (includes library resources, guided tours, access to both permanent and temporary exhibitions, Antiquities Collection & Manuscripts Collection) - E£45
• Planetarium - E£25

Photography is allowed in the Library Reading Area, but not in the Exhibitions. You'll have to leave your personal belongings, including purses and backpacks, in a deposit box near the ticket office.

You may not eat, sleep or smoke in the Biblioteca.

All public areas are wheelchair accessible, and wheelchairs are available for use at the Reception Desk.

Daycare is available from 11:00am to 4:00pm daily except on Fridays and Saturdays.

Use of a mobile phone is prohibited while you're at the Biblioteca and will result in a fine of E£10.

You'll want to check their calendar online before you visit for special events and festivals, particularly during the summer months.http://www.bibalex.org/visitors/BA_Visiting_en.aspx

updated 2010-07-16 23:08:13

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2011 Egypt Conflict

On January 29, 2011, Hosni Mubarak announced he would dissolve the current Egyptian government.  Mubarak then appointed Omar Suleiman as Egypt's new vice president.  Mubarak did not, however, step down as president.http://english.aljazeera.net/news/middleeast/2011/01/201112515334871490.html

On February 6, 2011, after nearly two full weeks of demonstrations in Egypt, the Muslim Brotherhood (and members of other opposition groups) reportedly met with Egyptian Vice President Suleiman, to discuss key issues.  According to CNN, Suleiman offered some concessions to appease protesters.  Among them: the establishment of committees to ultimately bring about "a representative government."  CNN said a "national committee" will be formed soon "to work on constitutional changes" in the country.http://www.cnn.com/2011/WORLD/africa/02/06/egypt.protests/index.html FOX News said members of the regime also "pledged not to harass" anti-government demonstrators and "not to hamper freedom of the press" or "interfere with text messaging" and access to the Internet.http://www.foxnews.com/world/2011/02/06/egypts-brotherhood-hold-talks-government/ 

One of the key issues discussed is the dissolution of Egypt's so-called "emergency laws," which were put in place when Hosni Mubarak came to power in 1981.  These laws give law enforcement in Egypt "far-reaching powers for detention and suppression of civil and human rights."  According to reports, the Egyptian opposition has long called for the lifting of these laws.http://www.npr.org/2011/02/06/133538495/opposition-groups-meet-egyptian-vice-president 

updated 2011-02-19 00:48:32

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Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa

Open daily 9am to 4:30pm. Admission fee is E£35. The Catacombs are located in the Karmuz Quarter, in an area that was once an ancient fishing village before the city was founded. It's about ten minutes walk from Pompey's Pillar. The site is extremely popular for obvious reasons; the best times to beat the crowds are early in the morning or late afternoon. Be sure to wear shoes that can get dirty or muddy depending on the conditions, (the lower levels may flood when it rains). Some guides recommend a flashlight to fully explore its darker corners. Photography is not allowed to preserve the original decorations.

http://www.princessegypt.com/entrance_fees.htm

updated 2010-07-17 00:51:21

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How To Visit Egypt

There are many accommodations for tourists in Egypt. There are lots of hotels that range both in price and quality. Most tourist hotels however are not the greatest in quality. It is important for tourists to thoroughly research these venues. Cairo is one of the major tourists cities and therefore contains a lot of hotels with quality living quarters. The Oasis, Delta Pyramids and the Royal Gardens are at the top of the list in Cairo.

Being at the top of the list doesn’t come without a price though, many times these hotels do not have vacancies. In Egypt there are also hotels such as the Hilton of Egypt and the Marriot of Cairo. The Golden Rose is the best hotel in Hurghada as well. For the upscale hotels prices generally start out above a hundred dollars a night. Most of these hotels come equipped with beautiful views of Egypt and large swimming pools that make tourists feel like they are in paradise. Be sure to book your lodging accommodations far in advance to ensure a quality stay in Egypt. Movenpick Giza is located outside of the main streets of Egypt giving tourists a feel of the reality of the locals as well as providing the comfort of a high end hotel.http://www.hotelaccommodationdeals.com/Accommodation-Egypt-g22577.html

updated 2010-07-17 10:05:27

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