The Nile - Egypt’s watery lifeline
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If there was one place on Earth that I could choose to go as my last, I think it would be Egypt. For those who are tired of grey skies in summer, Egypt is the place to be. It is clearly enjoyed by those who love great antiquities, and the culture’s sense of achievement. It is for those people who want to be absorbed by a culture that hasn’t changed for centuries.
Egypt holidays have become more popular choices for British people over the last 10 years. Figures have increased by 38% for UK travellers in the past year, according to a recent travel trend report. The statistics can only improve, as tourists continue to look for value destinations and the guarantee of fine weather.
Possibly the most exciting of luxury holidays would be to take a cruise and follow the gentle curves of the River Nile.
The Egyptians thought the Earth was a large pancake with the Nile running through the middle. They also believed that ocean lay around the outsides. Nowadays, of course, we know that not to be true. But the Egyptians of today still see the river as the all-powerful source – a symbol of fertility and life.
When cruising on one of the many Nile cruises available, it is possible to be ignorant of the sheer scale of the river. The river in Egypt occupies only about 22% of its total length. The river passes large areas of deserted wasteland. The source of the Nile is thought to be Lake Victoria in central Africa.
A layer of silt, perfect for the preserving process, is left behind with each year’s annual flooding of the valley. There is evidence of previous settlements discovered under almost every town. Along the banks around Luxor and Aswan can be seen a variety of ancient tombs, temples and monuments.
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