Copyright © 2025 Safarway
+7
It is one of the ancient cities that was established at the time of the Muslims’ conquest of Egypt. It was mentioned by Yaqut Al-Hamawi in the Mu’jam Al-Buldan, and he said: Giza in the language of the Arabs means the valley, which is the best place in it. Giza is located in northern Egypt between the Nile River to the east and the Western Desert to the west. It is one of the largest Egyptian cities in terms of area and population. Giza governorate is considered one of the strategically important governorates as it connects Upper Egypt to Lower Egypt and is also the only entrance to Fayoum governorate and has the special desert road in Alexandria governorate. It is also a very ancient governorate and the tourist movement is very active due to the presence of the most luxurious hotels and shops that sell souvenirs to tourists of all kinds. It is one of the cities with many tourist attractions that attract visitors from all over the world, including the famous Egyptian monuments, the pyramids, the Sphinx, and many museums. In addition to archaeological tourism, there is medical, recreational and historical tourism.
18:21 pm
18°C
22°
13°