When you think of Egypt, the first iconic image that springs to mind is the Great Pyramids of Giza on the outskirts of Cairo. They are the oldest and largest pyramids in Egypt and are the only ancient wonder of the world left standing today which is a great testament to the skill and knowledge of the ancient Egyptian culture. The complex houses the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure, together these are known as the Great Pyramids. Also found in the complex is the massive sculpture of the Great Sphinx.

This impressive building houses hundreds of thousands of Egyptian antiquities. It is a place for true discovery and a glimpse into the world of ancient Egypt. It has the largest collection of treasures from the tomb of King Tutankhamen including his famous gold mask. The building was built during the reign of Khedive Abbass Helmi II in 1897 and opened on November 15 1902. It has 107 halls; on the ground floor are huge statues that tower over you; the upper floor houses small statues, jewels, the Tutankhamen treasures and the mummies.

Karnak Temple is located in the city of Luxor. The complex comprises a vast array of temples, chapels and pylons which soar over 10 meters into the air. The most notable part of the complex is the Great Temple of Amun and a massive structure that the Pharaoh Ramses II started to build before his downfall. It is the largest temple complex ever built by man and represents the combined achievements of many generations of ancient builders. The Temple is an amazing open-air museum.

This site is quite possibly the most awe-inspiring place you will visit in Egypt. The Temples of Abu Simbel consists of two temples built by the great Pharaoh Ramses II. The first temple’s facade is dominated by four enormous, seated statues of the Pharaoh, each over 20 meters high. These statues are carved directly into the face of the mountain. The other temple is for his beloved wife Nefertari and it was dedicated to the God Hathor.

St. Catherine's Monastery is an Orthodox monastery on the Sinai peninsula at the foot of Mount Sinai in Egypt. One of the oldest Christian monasteries in the world, St. Catherine's incorporates the burning bush seen by Moses and contains many valuable icons. Above the monastery is Mount Sinai where Moses received the Ten Commandments from God. Because God spoke to Moses in these places, this area is sacred to three world religions: Christianity, Islam and Judaism.

Mount Sinai (also called Jebel Musa or Mount Moses) on the Sinai Peninsula of Egypt is the traditional site where Moses received the Ten Commandments from God. There are some small chapels at the summit, from which there are spectacular sunrise views. The starting point for the climb, and an unmissable sight in itself, is St. Catherine's Monastery at the base of the mountain.

The Bibliotheca Alexandrina (Alexandrian Library) in Alexandria is a wonderful reincarnation of the famed ancient library of Alexandria. The original library held the largest collection of manuscripts in the world and was a great center of learning for 600 years until it burned down in the 3rd century. The dramatic new library, resembling an angled discus or a great sundial, was designed by a Norwegian architect and cost about $200 million.

Known in Arabic as al-Muallaqah ("The Suspended"), the Hanging Church is the most famous Coptic church in Cairo. The church is dedicated to the Virgin Mary and is thus also known as Sitt Mariam or St. Mary's Church. The Hanging Church is named for its location above a gatehouse of the Roman fortress in Old Cairo; its nave is suspended over a passage. The church is approached by 29 steps; early travelers to Cairo dubbed it "the Staircase Church.

No visit to Cairo is Complete without a stop at the Khan El-Khalili bazaar, where you will be transported back in time to an old Arab souk. Shop owners calling you to their stalls, the scent of spices, the hustle and bustle of trade, and the many beautiful objects that can purchased will have you lost among alleys for hours. Put your haggling skills to the test when buying statuettes, spices, souvenirs, silver jewellery, t-shirts, galabiyyas, belly dancing costumes, or anything for that matter. When your shopping's done, dont miss out on a traditional cup of tea.

Visiting Cairo, you will easily locate the Mohamed Ali Mosque, due to its prominent features: its dome rises up to 52 metres high and two east side minarets reach not less than 84 meters. While wandering around the mosque, you will soon discover why it also holds the name of the 'Alabaster Mosque.' Its interior and exterior walls are amazingly coated with alabaster to the height of 11 metres. The Mohammed Ali Mosque crowns the Citadel of Salah el-Din in Cairo. It was built between 1830 and 1848 by the architect Yousef Bushnak and upon Mohamed Ali Pasha's request.