Venture off the beaten path and explore Egypt's lesser-known but equally mesmerizing monuments, tombs, temples, and natural havens. Each point of interest captures a unique story, unspoiled by crowds, allowing for an intimate experience with Egypt's rich history and stunning landscapes.
Matruh Governorate, Egypt
An ancient oasis far from the bustling cities, with surreal landscapes and rich Berber culture.
Giza Governorate, Egypt
Home to unique bent pyramid and red pyramid, Dahshur offers a quieter alternative to Giza's famous sites.
Sohag Governorate, Egypt
A magnificent temple complex dedicated to several gods and featuring stunning reliefs.
Faiyum Governorate, Egypt
A lush area with waterwheels, Lake Qarun, and numerous ancient ruins scattered around.
Minya Governorate, Egypt
The remnants of Akhenaten's capital city which provides insights into a revolutionary era in Ancient Egypt.
Faiyum Governorate, Egypt
Known as Whale Valley, it displays fossiled remains of ancient whales tracing back evolution.
Red Sea Governorate, Egypt
An early Christian monastery with fascinating history and spiritual significance.
Red Sea Governorate, Egypt
Ruins of a Roman quarry town in the Eastern Desert, rich with history.
Cairo Governorate, Egypt
An ancient fortress located in Cairo dating back to the days of the Roman Empire.
South Sinai Governorate, Egypt
A unique desert landscape painted blue as a peace statement by Belgian artist Jean Verame.
South Sinai Governorate, Egypt
A remote archaeological site known for its turquoise mines and Hathor temple.
Aswan Governorate, Egypt
A serene Nubian temple originally built at Kalabsha (Talmis) that was moved to its present location near Aswan High Dam.
Minya Governorate, Egypt
Rock-cut tombs from the Middle Kingdom providing valuable inscriptions depicting daily life scenes.
Faiyum Governorate, Egypt
An imposing Ptolemaic temple in the Fayoum Oasis, which marks ancient Dionysias.
Luxor Governorate, Egypt
Formerly part of Nekheb, this site boasts rock-cut tombs and remains of temples that predate dynastic Egypt.
New Valley Governorate, Egypt
A lesser-known cave located in the Western Desert, home to various prehistoric rock art.
Minya Governorate, Egypt
The site showcases well-preserved Middle Kingdom tombs with vibrant decorations and notable martial scenes.
Faiyum Governorate, Egypt
It features ruins of a Greco-Roman town and temple dedicated to the crocodile god, Sobek.
New Valley Governorate, Egypt
This medieval Islamic town features traditional mud-brick houses and narrow covered streets.
Giza Governorate, Egypt
The largest town in Bahariya Oasis, surrounded by palm groves and hot springs.
New Valley Governorate, Egypt
Sandstone temple in the Western Desert, dedicated to the Theban Triad and other gods.
Faiyum Governorate, Egypt
Ruins of a Greek-Roman city with a distinctive blend of Egyptian and Hellenistic architecture.
New Valley Governorate, Egypt
Ancient tombs in the Dakhla Oasis with colorfully painted scenes and inscriptions.
Faiyum Governorate, Egypt
An impressive mudbrick structure built by Amenemhat III during the Middle Kingdom.
New Valley Governorate, Egypt
Archaeological site with remains from the Roman period, including houses and a church.
Beni Suef Governorate, Egypt
A collapsed pyramid that provides insight into the early stages of pyramid construction.
Alexandria Governorate, Egypt
A coastal fortification most notable for being built on the ancient ruins of the Lighthouse of Alexandria.
Faiyum Governorate, Egypt
Unfinished Pharaonic temple of uncertain purpose located by Lake Qarun.
Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Possibly the world's first true smooth-sided pyramid, providing a link in the evolution of Pyramids.
Matruh Governorate, Egypt
A dominating mudbrick fortress in Siwa Oasis that once protected inhabitants from invasions.
Minya Governorate, Egypt
Rock-cut temple dedicated to the lioness goddess Pakhet, built by Queen Hatshepsut.
Minya Governorate, Egypt
Necropolis with tombs from different periods and the burial place of the sacred Apis bulls.
