‘Lonely Planet’ recommends several lesser-known destinations to see in Egypt

‘Lonely Planet’ recommends several lesser-known destinations to see in Egypt

The global travel website “Lonely Planet” has highlighted lesser known destinations that can be enjoyed when visiting Egypt, in its article titled “Dig deeper with these eight alternative destinations in Egypt“.

Lonely planet called Egypt the cradle of civilizations, showcasing its many ancient monuments that are unparalleled anywhere else in the world.

Although millions around the world may not have the opportunity to travel to Egypt, they know its most prominent and famous destinations such as the pyramids, the Sphinx, King Tutankhamun and the Valley of the Kings.

The website added that as these historical places have attracted foreign travelers to Egypt for thousands of years, tourists are accustomed to visiting them, as first-time visitors to Egypt tend to follow a route from Cairo to Luxor and end their trip in Aswan.

However, Egypt has a lot to discover beyond these traditional excursions, such as:

The Saqqara pyramid

The website advised its readers to visit the Pyramid of Saqqara alongside the Pyramids of Giza, claiming that it was impossible not to be surprised when they see it for the first time.

The Saqqara Pyramid is one of the largest archaeological sites in Egypt, it said, referring to wooden coffins, mummies, bronze statues and cheese pots from the