"When people ask me which of my discoveries has meant the most to me personally, I often think first of the Valley of the Golden Mummies at Bahariya Oasis. Introducing this amazing site to the world propelled me into an international spotlight. I feel privileged to have been a part of this story, which is so much a part of my own personal history as well as the history of Egyptian archaeology." Dr. Zahi Hawass Bahariya Oasis Bahariya, known in ancient times as the "Northern Oasis," lies in a depression in Egypt's Western Desert, about 260 miles southwest of Cairo. Surrounded by high limestone cliffs, the oasis consists of about 1,240 square miles of land irrigated by a multitude of springs. The oases of the Western Desert have long been places where the water supply was constant and assured, and agriculture could flourish. Dates, grapes, and figs have grown in abundance at Bahariya for millenia. The inhabitants of the oasis in ancient times pro...
With its pharaohs, myths, and mysterious temples, Egypt is a wonderful destination for young explorers. Introduce your family to the rich culture of Egypt on an expedition to Cairo, Abu Simbel, Aswân, and Luxor. Experience the excitement of a lively bazaar, sail a traditional felucca, and come face-to-face with mummies as you delve into the history and mythology of ancient Egypt. With its vast array of ancient temples and monuments, Luxor is often called the world's greatest open-air museum. Discover the sites of the west bank of the Nile today. Stop at the fabled Colossi of Memnon & ride your donkey to the valley of the kings
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