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Egypt, Switzerland discuss means of cooperation in tourism, antiquities
The minister began the meeting by stressing the close relations between Egypt and Switzerland in various fields, especially the field of tourism and antiquities. El-Anany noted that Swiss tourists were among the first tourists to visit Egypt after the resumption of tourist movement in July 2020, which indicates their confidence and their government’s confidence in the safety of Egypt as a tourist destination.
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Egypt, Senegal sign MoU to enhance bilateral cooperation in tourism, antiquities
The MoU aims to exchange experience in the fields of restoration and maintenance of discovered artefacts, museum management, exhibition, registration, documentation, and archiving.
Sharm El-Sheikh hotels, tourist establishments obligated to obtain eco-friendly certificate
Sharm El-Sheikh to host COP 27 this year
Tourism revenues exceed $13bn in 2021, returning to pre-pandemic levels: Tourism Ministry
Tourism revenues this year expected to surpass 2021’s revenues, says Deputy Minister
International tourism grows 4% in 2021 but remains far below pre-pandemic levels: UNWTO
In Middle East, 2021 arrivals decline 24% compared to 2020, 79% over 2019
Government works on turning Sharm El-Shiekh into green city
Egyptian tourism sector will be environmentally friendly: Khaled El-Enany
Egypt, South Korea sign MoU to enhance cooperation in antiquities, museums sector
MoU aims to combating illegal trafficking of cultural property
2022 will be exceptional, distinguished year for Egyptian tourism sector: El-Anany
Opening of Grand Egyptian Museum is highly anticipated by whole world, says Tourism Minister
Tourism Ministry celebrates 15th anniversary of Egyptian Archaeologists Day
This year marks 100th anniversary of King Tutankhamun’s tomb discovery, 200th anniversary of deciphering of ancient hieroglyphics: El-Anany
Egypt discovers rock-cut tomb dating back to Greco-Roman era in west Aswan
The tomb consists of two parts, the first part is above the ground and the second is carved into the rock.
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World Youth Forum acts as global promotion for Egyptian tourism: Zahi Hawass
Hawass affirmed that the WYF contributes to reviving and promoting Egypt’s tourism sector after the positive image created by participating youths of different nationalities that will share their experience in Egypt in their home countries.
St. Tawdros Monastery, Helwan sulfur baths in Cairo registered as antiquities
Monastery’s establishment dates back to 6th century
Grand Egyptian Museum almost complete: Official
More than 55,500 artefacts were moved to new museum
Court punishes 10 antiquities officials for neglecting restoration of historic walls in Cairo
The officials were accused of neglecting the violations of the Nile Valley Company, which is responsible for restoring the walls, as the company removed ancient stones from the wall without necessity and replaced them with new stones that do not match the specifications and set up toilets inside the archaeological site that may damage the archaeological excavations.
4 must-visit places in Egypt during winter 2022
Luxor and Aswan are one of the warmest cities to visit in Egypt. They are the best destinations for winter vacations. The sun rises for 11 hours a day during summer and over 8 hours a day in winter. Luxor and Aswan are located in southern Egypt. They have nearly half of the world’s monuments.
New Year’s Eve in Egypt has special vibes: Tourism expert
Additionally, Egyptian families tend to treat their children to Christmas confectionaries to celebrate the advent of the new year.
Festive spirit at Luxor Temple in New Year’s Eve
Luxor Temple became trending worldwide after November’s captivating and breathtaking reopening ceremony of the legendary 3,400-year-old Avenue of the Sphinxes.
Egyptologists digitally ‘unwrap’ mummy of king Amenhotep I
Priests of 21st dynasty restored, reburied royal mummies from earlier dynasties
King of Sweden visits Egyptian Pavilion at Expo2020 in Dubai
Carl XVI praises pharaonic sarcophagus displayed at Egyptian pavilion
Japan`s Embassy, JICA Egypt hail progress in GEM construction
They agree to continue cooperation on different aspects towards opening of GEM to visitors
Luxor’s ‘Lost Golden City’ named best archaeological discovery in 2021
This city is largest administrative, industrial settlement in Luxor during Ancient Egyptian Empire
ETPB, US discuss ways to attract American tourists to Egypt
El-Kady held a number of sideline meetings during the USTOA, which was held in San Diego, California. He also met with representatives of Egyptian tourism companies and hotels participating in this conference and EgyptAir.
Egypt wins two prizes in UNWTO Tourism Video Competition
Launched ahead of the 24th UNWTO General Assembly, the competition was designed to recognize the best visual storytellers from every global region. Submissions were judged in two categories.
Egyptian pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai receives 350k visitors in 2 months
Since the opening of the Expo until the end of November, the Egyptian pavilion has received more than 350,000 visitors from various nationalities, and these numbers are steadily increasing, the Minister said.
Egypt, Russia discuss enhancing bilateral relations in tourism
This trip aims to introduce the Egyptian tourist destination and its distinct and different elements, patterns and tourist products to the Russian tourism companies too. In addition to visiting a number of Egyptian tourist cities, including Hurghada, Luxor, and Cairo.
After Avenue of Sphinxes reopening, South Korean Ambassador invites fellow citizens to visit Egypt
‘I will act as honourary Ambassador of Egyptian cultural to Korea,’ says Hong Jinwook
Egypt reopens Avenue of Sphinxes in celebration like no other
Celebrations that the ancient Egyptians performed more than 5,000 years ago during the “Opet Festival” in the heart of the Avenue of Sphinxes