Explore the “North” side of Lake Qaroun
Often overlooked is the north side of Lake Qaroun with its beautiful mountain formations. It’s a shame because the whole area is filled with the evidence of substantial ancient occupation. It is one of the few places in the world…
Nazla Pottery Village
Since pharaonic times, pottery has been a core craft to the Egyptian culture, faith and identity. Through excavation across the country, archaeologists have been able to date back many historical sites through examining the pottery shards found therein. One of those…
Things to do in Tunis Village
Visit the Carricature Museum This one of a kind museum is the only Carricature Museum in Egypt. It is curated by the Egyptian artist Mohamed Abla, who runs the Fayoum Art Center. Opened in 2009, the museum aims at creating…
Desert Shoots
“What makes the desert beautiful, is that somewhere it hides a well” ― Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, The Little Prince “The first stars tremble as if shimmering in green water. Hours must pass before their glimmer hardens into…
Lake Qarun
Lake Qarun is one of Egypt’s richest and most treasured natural landmarks. It is in fact Egypt’s largest salt lake. Lake Qarun received its protectorate status, not only because of its obvious beauty and importance for birds and people, but…