The Republic of Egypt is based on two continents, which are North Africa and Asia. This country is a major tourist destination with its magnificent Mediterranean Sea, Red Sea and ancient sites along the Nile and the Desert areas.Famous monuments include the Giza Pyramids complex, the Sphinx, Memphis, Sakkara, Thebes in Luxor as well as Karnak and the Valley of the Kings. One should never exclude the magnificent temple of Abu Simbel close to Aswan.Visit the boisterous bazaars in search for souvenirs and handmade crafts and be enchanted by the same sights, sounds, smells and tastes that have been attracting travelers since the beginning of Egyptian time.