1 day

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Over deze activiteit

Originally named Crocodilopolis, then Arsinoe, Medinet El-Fayoum was the main place of worship of the crocodile god, Sobek. Apparently, during ancient Medinet, crocodiles were adorned with gold and fed honey cakes and meat by the priests.

Of interest are the huge wooden waterwheels, another incredible engineering feat by the ancient Egyptians, though less known than the mighty Pyramids. The waters of the Bahr Yusef are distributed throughout the oasis from Medinet, the capital of the Fayoum. Approximately 200 of the great waterwheels are located throughout the oasis. The Seven Waterwheels, a Fayoum landmark, are surrounded by mangoes, palms and willows.

A great stone obelisk was erected in honor of Senwosret I in Abgig during the 12th Dynasty. It was discovered on the ground in two pieces during the 18th century and was recently reconstructed and erected in Medinet.

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Inclusief

Experience a Private and an expert Qualified Egyptologist guide.
Transport by private air-conditioned minivans.
Pick up from hotel and drop off.
Lunch at king Farouk's favourite place.
Entry/Admission - Waterwheels in Al Faiyum

Niet inclusief

Gratuities

Aanvullend

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infants must sit on laps
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Kenmerken

Toerisme

100%

Cultureel

70%

Beoordelingen

3.9

6

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Steven L

2 | 2010-01-13

Wasn't really what I was expecting, but it was still OK.

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Wayne G

4 | 2008-12-14

History of Oasis is interesting although little remains of the the historic structures. Lunch on the lake was very scenic and relaxing.

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Cynthia S

5 | 2008-12-14

This was a very interesting tour. The ride to the oasis was entertaining as our guide told us many stories about Egyptian legends and myths. We visited a small park area where children were playing, stopped by the shore of a lake and took pictures of the ancient waterwheels. Very picturesque. On the way back to the hotel, we stopped for lunch at a restaurant overlooking the Pyramids. Our guide never stopped amazing us on his hospitality and we felt like we made a friend for a lifetime.

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