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Sacred Sites in Egypt



Like most countries in the Middle East, Egypt has played a major role in religious history. Once the seat of the pharaohs and their famous search for immortality, Egypt later became a important center of Christianity (the practice of monastic seclusion is said to have originated here) followed by Islam. All across Egypt, you'll find rare and fascinating religious sites to visit, including desert monasteries, ancient churches, and world-famous mosques. Below is an illustrated index of the sacred sites and religious places in Egypt profiled so far on Sacred Destinations, listed in alphabetical order by name. Please note this list is far from comprehensive - many more great sites remain to be added. You can also view these sites on an interactive map.


Featured Sites in Egypt

Constructed at least 4,500 years ago and shrouded in fascinating mystery, the pyramids of Giza are the only Ancient Wonder of the World to survive today.
Near Karnak and also dedicated to Amun is the huge Luxor Temple, dating from the 1300s BC. It is full of monumental statues, tall walls and ancient carvings, and is beautifully lit at night.
Dedicated primarily to Pharaoh Amun, this vast temple complex in Luxor was begun around 1600 BC. It is an impressive sight and second only to the Great Pyramids of Giza in popularity.

All Sites in Egypt (View on Map)

Abu Simbel
Abu Simbel
Abu Simbel
Abydos
Abydos
Upper Egypt
Bent Pyramid
Bent Pyramid
Dahshur
Citadel
Citadel
Cairo
Dendera
Dendera
Upper Egypt
Greco-Roman Museum
Greco-Roman Museum
Alexandria
Kom Ombo
Kom Ombo
Kom Ombo
Mount Sinai
Mount Sinai
Sinai Peninsula
Philae
Philae
Philae Island
Ramesseum
Ramesseum
Luxor
Red Pyramid
Red Pyramid
Dahshur
Serapeum
Serapeum
Alexandria
St. Paul's Monastery
St. Paul's Monastery
Eastern Desert





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