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Le ministre du Tourisme et des Antiquités, Sherif Fathy, a effectué aujourd'hui une visite d'inspection du site des pyramides de Gizeh afin d'examiner l'avancement et les différentes étapes du projet de montgolfière stationnaire. Ce projet est mis en œuvre par la société de promotion touristique Tashrif, en coopération avec l'entreprise française Aerophile, spécialisée dans ce domaine, avant le début des essais. Ce projet, une première dans la région, offrira une nouvelle activité de loisirs aux visiteurs et aux touristes. Le ministre était accompagné lors de cette visite par Ashraf Mohi El-Din, directeur général des Antiquités de Gizeh ; Mohamed Kamel, président-directeur général de Tashrif ; et Eric Bachelier, chef de projet chez Aerophile. Au cours de la visite, le ministre a été informé des composantes et de l'état d'avancement du projet. Il a reçu une explication détaillée des spécifications techniques et du fonctionnement du ballon, ainsi que des cont...

 Egypt stands out as one of the world's most captivating destinations during the winter holiday season, offering sunny weather, thousands of years of rich history, and remarkably diverse landscapes. Whether you are looking for a quick city break, a coastal getaway, an adventurous desert expedition, or a traditional journey along the Nile River, tailored holiday itineraries make it easy to craft an unforgettable winter vacation. For travelers who want to combine the energy of the capital with the refreshing Mediterranean breeze, Cairo, Alexandria, and Marsa Matrouh Xmas Tours offer the perfect balance. This route allows you to explore iconic Pharaonic monuments in the capital before heading north to experience Alexandria's Greco-Roman heritage and the quiet winter charm of the Marsa Matrouh coastline. If your travel schedule is limited and you prefer to focus exclusively on the vibrant capital city, several flexible short-stay options cater to different timeframes: ...

 Le Musée d'Art Islamique et l'initiative « Le Langage de la Musique » pour le développement des compétences des personnes malvoyantes et autistes : Dans le cadre de son engagement à offrir des opportunités diversifiées d'apprentissage, de participation et de développement des compétences par l'art et la culture, le Musée d'Art Islamique du Caire a organisé le premier atelier de son initiative « Le Langage de la Musique ». Cet atelier était axé sur l'apprentissage des bases du piano et s'adressait aux personnes malvoyantes et à celles atteintes de troubles du spectre autistique. Le Dr Ahmed Siam, directeur général du Musée d'Art Islamique, a expliqué que cette initiative vise à mettre en lumière la musique comme un aspect essentiel de la vie culturelle et artistique de la civilisation islamique. Elle cherche également à développer les compétences artistiques des participants et à leur offrir un nouvel espace d'expression, d'interaction et de déco...

 The Egyptian archaeological mission working at the Sheikh Sobi site in the Bahariya Oasis, led by Dr. Sabry Farag, Director General of Bahariya Oasis Antiquities, has uncovered a number of tombs dating back to various historical periods of Egyptian history, along with a collection of archaeological artifacts during its current excavation season at the site. These remarkable findings add a rich historical layer for travelers embarking on a 6-day Christmas tour covering Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan to explore the country's ancient heritage. Mr. Sherif Fathy, Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, praised the efforts of archaeological missions working in Egypt—both Egyptian and foreign—which have recently led to several important archaeological discoveries across various governorates. He noted that this discovery holds special significance as it adds new evidence to the history of the Bahariya Oasis and sheds light on aspects of ancient Egyptian civilization and its secrets. Such dis...

As part of the efforts by the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, represented by the Supreme Council of Antiquities, to document archaeological sites along Egypt’s eastern border and uncover the features of the historic Horus Military Road, the Egyptian archaeological mission working at the Tell Abu Saifi site in Qantara Sharq, Ismailia Governorate, has achieved several important scientific results during this year’s excavation season. These findings shed further light on the site’s history and its architectural and military evolution across different historical eras, offering fresh context for travelers taking a 10-day festive journey through Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan to explore Egypt's deep frontier history. Mr. Sherif Fathy, Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, confirmed that these new results represent a significant addition to the ministry's efforts in uncovering the history of archaeological sites in North Sinai and the Qantara region. He noted that the discoveries ...

Durante su visita a la Gobernación de Matrouh, el Ministro de Turismo y Antigüedades, Sherif Fathy, y el Mayor General Dr. Mohamed El-Zamlout, Gobernador de Matrouh, inspeccionaron un punto de venta de aceite de oliva y productos locales. El objetivo de la visita fue conocer las etapas de producción y procesamiento, así como la calidad de los productos por los que Matrouh es reconocida. Esta iniciativa busca apoyar a las industrias locales, incentivar a los productores locales y maximizar el aprovechamiento de los recursos naturales, contribuyendo así a un mayor valor añadido, la creación de empleo y el fortalecimiento de la diversificación económica de la gobernación. La visita incluyó la observación de las etapas de producción y venta de aceitunas y aceite de oliva, así como de diversos productos e industrias basados ​​en los recursos ambientales locales. El Ministro y el Gobernador elogiaron la calidad y diversidad de los productos, destacando la singular producción de aceitunas, dá...

As part of his current visit to Matrouh Governorate, Mr. Sherif Fathy, Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, and Major General Dr. Mohamed El-Zamlout, Governor of Matrouh, continued their inspection tour of several museums and archaeological sites in the governorate. The tour aimed to assess their current condition and explore ways to develop them and maximize the benefits derived from their tourism and archaeological potential. The tour included the Matrouh Antiquities Museum, where the Minister and the Governor listened to an explanation from Mr. Saad Haridi, the museum's director, about its history and collections. The museum, located on an area of ​​750 square meters, consists of two floors and houses approximately 1,260 artifacts distributed across seven halls. These artifacts shed light on the history of Matrouh and its role in protecting Egypt's western borders throughout the ages. The museum houses a diverse collection of ancient Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Coptic, and Islam...

 As part of the routine maintenance performed by the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir to preserve its archaeological artifacts, the museum’s restoration team has completed the restoration and maintenance of a black basalt stela of King Ramses II from the New Kingdom era, which has been on display at the museum for over a hundred years. This landmark preservation work comes at a time when tourists flocking to Egypt for a 4-day Christmas getaway to Cairo can experience the country's rich heritage firsthand. Dr. Hisham El-Leithy, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, explained that the restoration work is part of a project to update the museum's display scenario and reorganize its collection within a suitable historical, cultural, and religious context, aligning with modern museum display standards. These venue enhancements significantly elevate the cultural value for travelers embarking on an 8-day Cairo and holiday Nile cruise with domestic flights , offering ...

The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, represented by the Egyptian Tourism Authority, participated in organizing a tourism caravan in the Chinese cities of Beijing, Shanghai, and Hangzhou, in cooperation with EgyptAir and the Chinese tour operator Leader International Tourism Group. The aim was to promote Egypt as a tourist destination and to familiarize Chinese tourists with its competitive advantages and diverse tourism offerings. The tourism caravan's activities in Beijing were inaugurated by Ambassador Khaled Nazmy, the Egyptian Ambassador to Beijing, who delivered a speech emphasizing the depth and strength of the relations between the Arab Republic of Egypt and the People's Republic of China. He also highlighted the diversity of tourism in Egypt, including its wealth of historical sites and museums, particularly the Grand Egyptian Museum . Ms. Maha Anani, Deputy Consul General in Shanghai, also delivered a welcoming address during her participation in the events held in...

As part of the celebrations for the Nile's flood festival, the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization organized a cultural and artistic event entitled "The Nile... Civilization and Life," in cooperation with the Ministries of Local Development and Environment (represented by the Environmental Affairs Agency), Water Resources and Irrigation, and the Sharqia Governorate (represented by the Regional Tourism Promotion Authority), the Child Center for Civilization and Creativity, the Applied Technology Rehabilitation School, and the Central Administration for Student Activities. The event, which took place over the past two days, featured the participation of a select group of Egyptian artists and creators. Dr. El-Tayeb Abbas, CEO of the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization , explained that this event aimed to highlight the historical and cultural significance of the Nile River, its pivotal role in the emergence and continuity of Egyptian civilization, and the celebratio...

The Greco-Roman Museum in Alexandria has opened its first temporary archaeological exhibition since its reopening, entitled “ Alexandria … Identity and Culture Through Time,” as part of the celebrations for Alexandria Governorate’s National Day and International Translation Day. The exhibition features 21 selected artifacts from the museum’s collection, displayed to the public for the first time. The exhibition’s narrative highlights the richness and diversity of Alexandria’s cultural heritage and underscores the importance of Greek and Roman inscriptions and writings in documenting various aspects of daily life in the city throughout the ages. The exhibited pieces include ancient coins, lamps, pottery, and underwater artifacts recovered from Abu Qir Bay, as well as papyri, ostraca, and mummy labels bearing Greek texts. These artifacts shed light on aspects of daily life, commercial activity, and funerary practices in Alexandria. Explore the museum with us during Egypt Day Tours , whic...

La mission archéologique égyptienne travaillant sur le site de Sheikh Subi, dans l'oasis de Bahariya, sous la direction du Dr Sabry Farag, directeur général des Antiquités de l'oasis de Bahariya, a mis au jour plusieurs tombes datant de différentes périodes de l'histoire égyptienne, ainsi qu'une collection d'artefacts, lors de sa campagne de fouilles actuelle. M. Sherif Fathy, ministre du Tourisme et des Antiquités, a salué les efforts des missions archéologiques, égyptiennes et étrangères, travaillant en Égypte, qui ont récemment permis d'importantes découvertes dans divers gouvernorats. Il a souligné l'importance particulière de cette découverte, qui apporte de nouveaux éléments à l'histoire de l'oasis de Bahariya et éclaire un aspect de la civilisation égyptienne et de ses secrets. Le Dr Hisham El-Leithy, secrétaire général du Conseil suprême des Antiquités, a expliqué que la mission avait mis au jour trois tombes ; Le premier tombeau est une tomb...

 Le ministère du Tourisme et des Antiquités, représenté par le Conseil suprême des Antiquités, a organisé à Beni Suef le premier forum scientifique consacré aux fouilles et aux missions conjointes menées dans les gouvernorats de Moyenne-Égypte, sous le thème « Nouvelles découvertes et réécriture de l'histoire des cités antiques ». Ce forum visait à mettre en lumière les fouilles et découvertes archéologiques les plus importantes réalisées par les missions du Conseil suprême des Antiquités dans les gouvernorats de Moyenne-Égypte, notamment Beni Suef, Fayoum , Minya , Assiout et la Vallée Nouvelle. Rejoignez Excursions Égypte pour profiter d'excursions quotidiennes avec un service de qualité supérieure. Par exemple, si vous séjournez à Cairo, Excursions d'une journée au Caire vous proposera toutes les excursions incontournables.Admirez la beauté des pyramides de Gizeh lors d'une promenade à dos de chameau ou à cheval. Le Dr Hisham El-Leithy, secrétaire général du Consei...

An Egyptian archaeological mission from the Supreme Council of Antiquities has unearthed an ancient cemetery dating back to the Predynastic Period and continuing through the Greek and Roman eras, along with a residential area from the Second Intermediate Period. This discovery, made during excavations at the Kom El-Khulgan archaeological site in Daqahliya Governorate, sheds light on the cultural and settlement development of the eastern Nile Delta over thousands of years. Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Sherif Fathy, praised the mission's efforts, emphasizing that this discovery represents a significant scientific contribution that deepens our understanding of the Delta's history and cultural development. He added that it reflects the scientific competence and distinguished expertise of Egyptian archaeologists, who continue to achieve remarkable archaeological accomplishments entirely with Egyptian expertise, supporting the Ministry's efforts to highlight the richness ...

Le ministère du Tourisme et des Antiquités, représenté par le Conseil suprême des Antiquités, a lancé son programme d'activités estivales 2026 dans plusieurs musées archéologiques du pays. Ce programme propose une grande variété d'activités éducatives, culturelles, artistiques et de formation destinées à différents publics. Cette initiative témoigne du rôle éducatif et communautaire des musées et de leur engagement à sensibiliser le public égyptien au patrimoine archéologique et culturel et à renforcer son lien avec ses ancêtres. Le Dr Hisham El-Leithy, secrétaire général du Conseil suprême des Antiquités, a affirmé que l'organisation de ces événements s'inscrit dans le cadre de la stratégie du Conseil suprême des Antiquités visant à renforcer le rôle culturel et éducatif des musées et à en faire des plateformes d'apprentissage et d'engagement communautaire. Cela contribue à sensibiliser le public à la valeur du patrimoine culturel et soutient les efforts de l...

The fifth season of the "Little Baron" summer camp for children has begun at Baron Empain Palace in Heliopolis. This year's theme is "Visual Artist," and the camp is organized by the palace in collaboration with the Faculty of Applied Arts at Badr University in Cairo. This initiative is part of the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities' efforts to raise archaeological and cultural awareness among young people and strengthen their connection to Egyptian heritage through innovative educational and interactive programs. Twenty children are participating in the camp, where they will receive a diverse range of artistic and cultural workshops and practical activities throughout the program. These activities blend art and heritage, contributing to the development of their creative abilities and honing their artistic skills in a stimulating learning environment that fosters innovation. Dr. Basma Selim, Director of Baron Empain Palace, explained that the first day incl...

Le ministère du Tourisme et des Antiquités, représenté par l'Autorité égyptienne du tourisme, a organisé un atelier pour Coral Travel, l'un des plus importants voyagistes d'Europe de l'Est, notamment sur le marché polonais. L'atelier s'est tenu au siège du ministère, dans la Nouvelle Capitale Administrative. Cette initiative s'inscrit dans la stratégie du ministère visant à renforcer la coopération avec les principaux voyagistes et partenaires internationaux, et à présenter les dernières innovations du secteur touristique égyptien, en mettant en avant la diversité des produits et expériences proposés, dans le but d'accroître le tourisme récepteur. En marge de l'atelier, le Dr Ahmed Youssef, directeur général de l'Autorité égyptienne du tourisme, a rencontré des représentants de l'entreprise. Il a souligné l'engagement de l'Autorité à développer la coopération conjointe par le biais de campagnes promotionnelles, de voyages de familiari...

Mr. Sherif Fathy, Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, received Engineer Amr Lashin, Governor of Aswan, to discuss ways to enhance cooperation between the Ministry and the Governorate in the coming period. This cooperation aims to support inbound tourism to the governorate and maximize the utilization of its diverse tourism assets, within the framework of the state's strategy to develop the tourism sector and achieve sustainable development in Egyptian tourist destinations. At the beginning of the meeting, Mr. Sherif Fathy emphasized the distinguished tourism position of Aswan Governorate, as one of the most prominent tourist destinations with a unique diversity of tourism products. He explained that the Ministry is paying close attention to maximizing the benefits of this diversity and working to increase inbound tourism to the governorate and raise the average length of stay for tourists. This will be achieved by expanding the promotion of the various types of tourism that charac...

Mr. Sherif Fathy, Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, and Mr. Daniel Lurie, Mayor of San Francisco, inaugurated the “Treasures of the Pharaohs” exhibition hosted by the de Young Museum in San Francisco, USA. The opening ceremony was attended by Ms. Eleni Kounalakes, Lieutenant Governor of California; Dr. Zahi Hawass, renowned Egyptian archaeologist and former Minister of Antiquities; Ambassador Hossam Ali, Egyptian Consul in Los Angeles; Dr. Hisham El-Leithy, Secretary General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities; Dr. Sherif Abdel Gawad, Secretary General of the Tourism and Antiquities Support Fund; Mr. Tom Campbell, Director of the San Francisco Museum of Fine Arts; Ms. Rana Gohar, Advisor to the Minister for Communication and External Relations and General Supervisor of the General Administration for International Relations and Agreements; Dr. Tarek El-Awady, Exhibition Supervisor; Mr. Wael Mansour, Head of the US and Canadian Markets at the Egyptian Tourism Authority; as well as a...

Mr. Sherif Fathy, Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, held a series of professional meetings with several leading travel agencies and tour operators in the US market. These meetings took place during his current official visit to San Francisco, USA, to inaugurate the "Treasures of the Pharaohs" exhibition, its second international stop after Rome, Italy, and its first in the United States. During the meetings, the Minister reviewed the Ministry's vision and strategy, which focuses on highlighting the unparalleled diversity of Egypt's tourist destinations and their wealth of diverse tourism products, styles, and experiences. He pointed out that one of the most prominent and unique competitive advantages of Egypt is the ability to combine multiple tourism products into a single program. This allows for the creation of new tourism experiences and offers tourists the opportunity to move between diverse experiences and styles in a short period. The Minister noted the laun...