Egyptian food is hearty, affordable and full of flavor, built on beans, bread, vegetables and spices. Many dishes are naturally vegetarian, and there is plenty for meat lovers too. Here is what to try. Breakfast and street food Ful medames: slow-cooked fava beans with oil, lemon and cumin, Egypt’s national breakfast. Ta’ameya: Egyptian falafel, made […]
Aswan is the most relaxed city on the Nile and the heart of Nubia, the land of the ancient Kingdom of Kush. For many African American travelers it is the most meaningful stop of the whole trip. Philae Temple Dedicated to the goddess Isis, Philae Temple sits on an island and was moved stone by […]
Cairo is where almost every trip to Egypt begins. It is a huge, energetic city of more than 20 million people, and it sits beside some of the most famous monuments on earth. Here is how to make the most of your time. The Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx The Great Pyramid of Khufu […]
Egypt is one of the most exciting destinations you can share with your children. Pyramids, mummies, camel rides and sailing on the Nile turn history lessons into real adventures, and for African American families it is a powerful way to show children that this ancient civilization is part of Africa’s story. What children love most […]
Luxor, ancient Thebes, was the capital of Egypt at the height of its power. Today it holds more ancient monuments than almost anywhere on earth, split between the East Bank, the city of the living, and the West Bank, the city of the dead. The East Bank Karnak Temple: a vast complex built over some […]
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