Once among the greatest cities of the Mediterranean world and a centre of Hellenic scholarship and science, Alexandria was the capital of Egypt from its founding by Alexander the Great in 332 BCE until its surrender to the Arab forces led by ʿAmr ibn al-ʿĀṣ in 642 CE. One of Egypt’s largest cities, Alexandria is also its principal seaport and a major industrial centre.
Thursday, November 25, 2021
Sea Wolf Submarine provides an impressive and unforgettable display of colorful coral reefs through panoramic underwater windows, and this 3-hour underwater trip takes you to the beautiful coral gardens. You will also be free to head down to the glass salon of the submarine, which is about 3 meters below sea level. From there you will be able to enjoy the magnificent views of the fish, with 4 plasma monitors and 24 large panoramic windows.
Wednesday, November 24, 2021
If you decided to go to Egypt – the country of the picturesque coast of the Red Sea – it is best to go to the shores of Giftun Island. It is located in the vicinity of the Hurghada, which, by the way, is considered one of the most popular cities in Egypt.
Tuesday, November 23, 2021
Paragliding in Nepal gives an opportunity for aerial view of the Himalayas. A trip will take you over some of the best scenery on earth, as you share airspace with Himalayan griffin vultures, eagles, kites and float over villages, monasteries, temples, lakes and jungle, with a fantastic view of the majestic Himalaya. Pokhara, the beautiful lakeside town at the foot of the Annapurna Mountains offers paragliding services.
The main area for paragliding is the Pokhara valley, commanding views of 3 of the worlds 8000m peaks with friendly and constant conditions for your paragliding holiday. Located in the broad valley at an altitude of 800m, the reliable climate of this region allows consistent and friendly conditions for paragliding pilots. It is not surprising that in a few short years Pokhara has earned a reputation of being one of the best paragliding destinations in the world.
Trishuli River is the most famous destination for river rafting in Kathmandu. Originating in the Himalayas, Trishuli River provides the ideal rapids for those trying white water rafting for the first time. January to May are the best time to try this adventure as the waters are calmer at that time. Trisuli rafting begins at Chaurandi and ends at Gaighat. White water rafting in Trishula River is also the best way to travel for those heading from Kathmandu to Pokhran instead of taking a flight or the road.
Monday, November 22, 2021
There are some places that will have you craving for vibrancy; some others that give you a dash of colour occasionally. At the Nubian Villages in Egypt, you are greeted with the abundance of hues. The place is not randomly slashed in paint, but in fact, holds meaning to the patterns and the colours. Historically, Nubians from Southern Egypt and North Sudan settled along the banks of the Nile to farm. They were also known to be skilled archers.