Egyptian civilisation has left an important archaeological legacy to mankind. From the pyramids to the religious temples, you'll have the opportunity to enjoy an incomparable tourist experience. But as with all international destinations, entering Egypt requires a visa for foreigners. Thanks to the Internet, a new type of visa called e-Visa makes this step much easier. Let's take a look at some of Egypt's must-see treasures and the different ways of obtaining an e-Visa.
Egyptian treasures
If you've chosen Egypt as your destination, it's probably because of its inexhaustible wealth dating back thousands of years. Here are just a few of the many Egyptian treasures to discover.
–The museum city of Luxor: home to the largest number of ancient Egyptian monuments, you can visit the temples of Karnak and Luxor. This city, built on the site of the ancient capital of the Pharaohs, Thebes, is situated next to the Nile. You're guaranteed an unforgettable tourist experience.
–The pyramids of Giza: Emblems par excellence of Ancient Egypt, the pyramids are captivating in their grandeur. A visit to the Giza pyramids, the largest of all, will give you a unique and unforgettable experience. Experience the view from afar on a camel ride.
–The Egyptian Museum in Cairo: Visit the Egyptian Museum in Cairo to discover the most important relics of ancient Egypt. The mummies of great pharaohs are on display, as is the famous solid gold funerary mask of Tutankhamen. You can also discover all the special features of Egyptian funeral rites, with the various objects that accompanied the dead into their second life.
–Abu Simbel: The Abu Simbel temples are engineering marvels that were built during the reign of Ramses II himself. Comprising a large temple and a smaller one, they were intended to commemorate the famous pharaoh's military victory at the Battle of Qadesh. You'll have the chance to admire various bas-reliefs and the six colossal statues of the Pharaoh. It's a great opportunity to learn more about this 19th Dynasty monarch.
The different ways of obtaining an e-Visa
To travel to Egypt and visit all these treasures, you will first need to obtain a visa. Simply enter your e-mail address and the number of travellers in the boxes provided. Then fill in any stops on your journey and submit your application. You'll receive a reply as soon as possible with the various instructions to follow and the documents to provide.
The Egyptian Ministry of the Interior also has a website to make it easier for you to obtain an e-Visa.. It will enable you to submit your visa application directly to the Egyptian authorities. To do this, you will need to access the Register section to enter your identity and e-mail address. You will then fill in the visa application form and provide the various documents to be submitted before paying by credit card. Once your application has been validated, it will be processed and you will be notified by e-mail of the outcome. It is also important to note that you should of course print out your e-Visa before arriving in Egypt.
If you want to simplify the procedure, and if there are a lot of you, it's best to use the services of an agency.
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