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Overview Siwa is the stuff of desert daydreams. Just 50km from the Libyan border this fertile basin, sitting about 25m below sea level and brimming with olive trees and palms, epitomises …

Ramses III’s magnificent memorial temple of Medinat Habu, fronted by sleepy Kom Lolah village and backed by the Theban mountains, is one of the west bank…

The west bank of Luxor had been the site of royal burials since around 2100 BC, but it was the pharaohs of the New Kingdom period (1550–1069 BC) who chose this isolated valley …

From the Pyramids to Old Cairo, discover Nile cruises, desert adventures, ancient temples and more in our Egypt travel guide. Find top attractions and tips.

Discover the best attractions in Cairo including Pyramids of Giza, Egyptian Museum, and Al Azhar Park.

One of the world’s most important collections of ancient artefacts, the Egyptian Museum takes pride of place in Downtown Cairo, on the north side of Midan Tahrir. Inside the great domed, …

This 187m-high tower is the city’s most famous landmark after the Pyramids. Built in 1961, the structure, which resembles a stylised lotus plant with its…

Lonely Planet's Botswana and Namibia is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known …

Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Covers Egypt, Tanzania, Morocco, Botswana, Mozambique, South Africa, Madagascar, …