On this week&rsquo;s episode of &ldquo;Gaz Guides&rdquo;, our beloved Gaz takes us all across Egypt in search of exciting places where we can do so many enthralling and engaging activities. Our journey goes from Giza to Cairo to Luxor to Alexandria and so many other sights where you can absorb Egypt&rsquo;s history and culture, exploring what each place has to offer, from outdoorsy activities to relaxing and chilling sunset activities.
Tune in every Thursday from 1- 3 PM to catch &ldquo;Gaz Guides&rdquo; where Gaz talks all things travel!
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Al-Andalus Garden&nbsp;
Al-Andalus Garden is unlike any garden you&rsquo;ve ever seen, so a visit to this impeccable space is a must. Sitting on the banks of the River Nile, surrounded by this blossoming garden of a peaceful oasis, is a mesmerizing sensation.
This resplendent garden is one-of-its-kind and is studded with colorful mosaic benches and fountains that make it an Eden for photographers. Some of the many highlights are the Andalusian-style preserved structures, and statues of Pharaohs, lions, and the notable Egyptian poet Ahmed Shawky.
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Animal Care, Luxor
This one is for all you animal lovers out there! Animal Care is famous for being a veterinary care place that offers treatment to all neglected and abused animals. The place gets plenty of visitors who get a chance to watch trained vets take care of overworked horses, donkeys, stray dogs, and cats. Not only that, but you can easily stay there for a couple of weeks and volunteer to help, which is for sure one of the most memorable activities to do in Egypt.&nbsp;
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Giza &ndash; Papyrus Institute
One of the Egyptian civilization&rsquo;s greatest achievements was the invention of paper. Specifically, they made paper-like-objects out of papyrus trees that still grow along the Nile. At the Papyrus Institute in Giza, visitors are enthralled with a demo of the way we believe the first Egyptians made paper, and you can easily get your hands on papyrus souvenirs. Very cool!
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Islamic Cairo
Behind the walled city lies what used to be the heart of the Islamic empire in Egypt. While there are stunning mosques that showcase the rich history and the impeccable artistic approach, there is also the world&rsquo;s oldest shopping center on the streets of Islamic Cairo. You can take a walking tour by yourself in this place, and buy loads of goodies, like oriental jewelry, leather bags, and even Egyptian itra and aromatic spices, which is surely one of the most enjoyable things to do in Cairo at night. Your bargaining skills will help a lot here.
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Malkata Palace, Thebes, Upper Egypt
&nbsp;Now in ruins, the Malkata Palace was once a vast palace that took up an entire city space and was home to one of ancient Egypt&rsquo;s most powerful rulers, Amenhotep III. Though the site has almost completely collapsed, careful observation of this place tells a great many stories of the wealth and power of the pharaohs.
You will find everything from expansive courtyards, audience chambers, and harems to an enormous ceremonial lake at this Malkata site. A few of the walled structures that still stand showcase delicate carvings and paintings that are still faintly visible.
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Giza &ndash; Horse-Riding at Sunset
One of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the pyramids inspire awe, and that&rsquo;s why riding into the sunset at Giza never gets old. The pyramids are beautifully seated on the Giza Plateau, at the edge where the dunes&rsquo; caramel colors devour the horizon. Hire a camel or horse for one, two, and four-hour rides in the sand that engulfs the pyramids from one side. At sunset, visitors can witness the pyramids and golden sands in a light that is seldom seen by tourists or even captured in photos. This is one of the most romantic things to do in Egypt.
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Alexandria is such a strange realm. There was a time when a number of classic Greek philosophers lived and studied there. Later, the Romans also established an outpost here. While the library of Alexandria is no longer there for studying purposes, you can still visit the jewelry museum which is the private collection of Fatima Haider.
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Tamr Henna Museum&nbsp;
Influenced by the Egyptian, Greek, and Roman Empires over the years, Alexandria has a rich culture and history that leaves visitors in a state of amazement. The famous Tamr Henna Museum is a great place to see this very culture and history.
You&rsquo;ll find data on plenty of important historic events at this museum depicted in the most interesting forms, which makes visiting it one of the most entertaining things to do in Alexandria, Egypt. Every aspect of this museum is intriguing and creative, be it the scaly Hydra hanging from the ceiling, effigies of caged monkeys and free-roaming snakes, to a small photo studio.
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Djoser Pyramid &ndash; Explore Earth&rsquo;s Oldest Stone-Cut Monument
If you&rsquo;re looking for an out-of-this-world experience, then visiting the secluded and undiscovered Pyramid of Djoser in Saqqara will definitely be one of the top things to do in Egypt for you and your friends who love all things mysterious.
It&rsquo;s a great place to visit for those who are always fascinated with pyramids and would love to see one minus the crowd and chaos.
Located just south of Cairo in the small town of Saqqara, the Pyramid of Djoser is the oldest stone-cut monument in the world. This unique pyramid was built way back in the 27th century BC using a special stepped style of architecture that pre-dates the smooth-sided pyramids of Giza.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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A River Nile Cruise
Sailing over the beautiful Nile during dusk or at night is among the most invigorating and relaxing things to do in Egypt. In fact, the best way to see the ancient sights between the cities of Luxor and Aswan is to hop on to a multi-day River Nile cruise that offers a splendid perspective of the famous attractions of these two cities, and shows how these cities sparkle at night!
There are many luxurious or inexpensive and traditional options like the delightful Felucca to sail over the Nile.
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Siwa Oasis To Experience Berber Culture
Venture onto the less traveled road at Siwa Oasis, a desert settlement near the Libyan border. Famous for its unique Berber culture, its massive date and olive plantations, and the bizarre temple of the ancient Oracle of Ammon that now lies in shreds, this town offers a deep insight into the rural culture of the Western Desert of Egypt.
Tune in every day Thursday from 1- 3 PM to catch &ldquo;Gaz Guides&rdquo; where Gaz talks all things travel!

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