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Egypt is a country in northeastern Africa, crossed the river Nile, bordering countries such as Palestine and Libya. Its capital, which will occupy us in this story, is Cairo, a city full of history, with its pyramids, museums, churches, and other relics that make a world heritage.

We will review some of its salient points in relation to cultural attractions.

One of the most popular museums is the Egyptian Museum, which houses over 12,000 objects and thus becomes the largest collection in the world in terms of their gender. In 1858, a French archaeologist Auguste Mariette was called who kicked off the collection. Some of their sites most visited are the Tutankhamun Galleries, or the Royal Mummy Room. Touring the city, we passed another popular attraction in the world: the Pyramids of Giza, ranked as one of the seven wonders of antiquity. There is the Great Pyramid of Cheops, which dates from 2600 BC and guess who were required to build about 2.5 million blocks of limestone. Also surrounding the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure.

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* Mauritania

To cross the border of Mauritania visa is required without exception. To get it will need a passport valid for at least six months after the date of entry into the country, two passport photos and fill in the form of visa. The visa must be requested well in the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania in Madrid or the Consulate General of the RIM in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (Quintana Street, n º 14 – Ciudad Jardin – 35 005 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria – Telefs.: 928/23.48.33 and 928/23.45.00 – Fax: 928/29.31.66). You can also get at the border for a price of around 60 euros.

* Algeria

The Algerian authorities also require visas. The consular fee charged for issuing visas for tourists is around 25 Euros (for employers and employees of Spanish companies have superior consular fees). You must have a passport with a minimum of six months of operation, complete the form and two passport size photographs. The embassy is on the streets of Madrid General Oraá 12 and there is a consulate in the Eusebio Sempere Calle Alicante 14. Read the rest of this entry »

One of my unfinished business, as travel is concerned, is Africa.

I have not set foot on this fascinating continent where our species began to evolve. I have heard and read stories of travelers who have not done more than fan the flame of adventure that runs inside and increase the desire to step on that land chaotic, breathtaking landscapes, unstable governments – and, unfortunately, often bloody and cruel – temperatures and extreme conditions, people of thousands of ethnic groups, cultures and religions, and wild nature. In fact, my current book nightstand is The Long Way Down, written by Ewan McGregor – Obi Wan Kenobi for Star Wars freaks like me – and Charlie Boorman – the kid from La Selva Esmeralda for big film fans like me, I am fan of Antonio Gasset and Film Days program. In the book recount the bike ride from the northern tip of Scotland to the southernmost point of the African continent Cape Agulhas). For now I recommend it.

So if you too are you in love with Africa, or simply think you are curious and visit soon: here’s information on the requirements for entry and stay in some of the countries of the African mosaic. Soon we will try to cover the entire continent by facilitating the work to travelers. Read the rest of this entry »

While we decided that our next destination, we will know something more about one of the most mysterious of all time, we’re going to Egypt. But do not think we’re going to talk about curses ancient pharaohs or the pyramids, we will know what is most characteristic of its cuisine.

It is noteworthy that Egyptian cuisine is an exquisite blend of flavors, thanks in large part to its Mediterranean influence, African and Arabic, which certainly makes it one of the best, one of the most varied cuisines can be found on entire Mediterranean basin. Read the rest of this entry »

Dahab is the second tourist destination par excellence in the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt and, fortunately, much remains to be exploited. The beach at Dahab is built mainly in the south with a few shops and restaurants with fish and other Egyptian food.

I spent four nights in Dahab and except for a tour devoted myself mainly to dive and fill your belly with delicious fresh fish. Upon exiting the water at the end of the day was hungry and easy hospitality of the place was ideal for both the stomach and the pocket.

The first day I hit a good binge in the World: A restaurant that, like most others, I agreed with the chef what to eat for 60 dinars looking silver gleaming fish and seafood on ice. The truth is that the dish that arrived was much more than I expected: starters, a delicious fish accompanied by squid, rice and vegetables. Moreover, with unparalleled sea views.

DahabLos restaurant other restaurants Dahab’s main promenade work the same way. They specialize in seafood. No need to take a look at the menu, you round up the price at the entrance to the chef. You will be putting on a tray that will cook for you according to the price you are interested in paying. They also include appetizers, desserts and whether racing or a shisha and a good tea.

Among the best I discovered the world, Cappone and Ali Baba.

If you repeat one of them will surely be much more generous to the plate. We spent especially in the Cappone. You will see the guys on the doors of the restaurants are fully agree to move its customers.

For something more affordable, not to exceed the 30 pounds in the street you will find local Mashraba Egyptian kebabs, kefta and other indigenous meals.

During my second day in Dahab I decided to take a tour to visit the Greek Orthodox monastery of Santa Catalina. Located at the foot of Jebel Musa, Mount Sinai where Moses stood up tables of the 10 commandments in the Bible crucial point that globalization the three monotheistic religions of the world.

The tour has included a visit to the monastery and the ascent of Mount Sinai. There are two different types of tour: the night to climb the peak at night to see sunrise from the top (not recommended in winter the cold and the wind hits) and one day where he made a visit to montasterio by morning and begins the ascent in the afternoon to watch the sunset at the top.

The day before I went to three travel agencies to check prices and I kept the 100 pounds that was offered in the past, the entrance to the monastery, however, was not included in what should be adding 18 pounds more.

City holy monastery of Santa Catalina is a Greek protectorate in the heart of Egypt. This is an Orthodox monastery of the oldest in the world that is still inhabited. It lies at the foot of Mount Sinai and is a particularly holy place revered by the Greek Orthodox community. Read the rest of this entry »

During this week we traveled through the cover of the week at Red Sea beaches. Specifically in the spectacular Dahab, terraces paradise and coral bottom.

I had intended to visit Egypt during my trip to the Middle East. I arrived in Dahab by chance, without guidance or plans, and stayed five nights in a hut for six euros a night, enjoyed the fresh fish in their restaurants for less than eight euros and a spectacular diving during the day for its beautiful reefs coral.