Morocco

Animals	Scenery	Culture	Shopping	Food
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Highlights
Pyramids of Giza near Cairo	a must, the sole survivors of the ancient Seven Wonders of the World. If you are not suffering from claustrophobia, visit the Cheops pyramid from inside. Athough there is not much to see inside, the experience of cimbing through the ancient structure is unforgettable.
Valley of the Kings near Luxor	impressive and mystic gravesite of the pharaohs; The tombs are rich decorated with texts and with colourful scenes.
Temple of Ramses II in Abu Simble	nicely located temple at the Lake Nassar. The four impressiv stone colosses seems to watch every boat sailing into the pharaoh's land
Philae temple near Assuan	romantic located temple complex on an the island Philae
Temples of Karnak in Luxor	More than a temple, Karnak is a spectacular comlex of sancturies, halls and obelisks. Everything is on a gigantic scale in Karnak see expecially the great stone arcade.

Restaurants/Hotels
Hotel Mena House Oberoi near Cairo	charming luxury hotel with a nice view of the great pyramids, an oriental dream!
Hotel Sofitel Old Cataract in Assuan	one of Egypt's most famous and historic hotel with a splendid view of the Nile. The hotel's exterior was used in the movie of Agatha Christie's Death on the Nile. If you can not stay there, take at least a drink on the veranda.
Moghul Room near Cairo	great Indian restaurant located in the Mena House
1902 Restaurant in Assuan	good restaurant in an atmospheric domed room located in the Old Cateract.

Tips
River cruise	although there are many tourist ships on the Nile, it is a peaceful and relaxing way to travel.
Horse-drawn carriage	good alternative to taxis.
Mezze	try these delicious side dishes.