Saqqara and Memphis
Memphis is the old kingdom capital of the 1st and 2nd dynasty kings. Saqqara is one section of the great necropolis of Memphis with a vast burial ground. It has a number of pyramids including the famous Step Pyramid of Doiser which is one of the oldest pyramids. This stone pyramid was built in the 3rd dynasty and more high official pyramids were added in later years. This area has less traffic, less tourists but some important and impressive places. Three major discoveries in Saqqara that have been recently made include the prime minister’s tomb, queen’s pyramid and the tomb of the son of a king.
Three major discoveries have recently been made at Saqqara, including a prime ministers tomb, a queen’s pyramid, and the tomb of the son of a dynasty-founding king. Each discovery has a fascinating story, with many adventures for the archaeologists as they revealed the secrets of the past.
Itinerary of the Walking Tour
The walking tour takes one along the landmarks like the Court Square Fountain, the Lincoln American Tower, and the Calvary Episcopal Church. One gets the view of the Mississippi River from the Maddison Hotel rooftop, and the view of the Peabody ducks March at the Peabody Memphis hotel. The guide takes the tourists round the tree lined streets with number of historical stories being narrated about the town and its inhabitants. The tour that is suitable for all age groups starts early in the morning. There are places to rest and relax with some breakfast and coffee.
Highlights
- The tour of Memphis gives the opportunity to the tourists to explore the pyramids of Saqqara including the Famous Step Pyramid.
- The tourists are engrossed in the ancient history with the visit to Memphis, the ancient capital of Lower Egypt and the Old Kingdom of Egypt.
- The guides give a unique insight to the travelers about the culture, history and customs of the people of Egypt.
Urban Adventures
Urban Adventures are tour organisers who operate responsible tours in the cities Egypt and also in cities of other countries.They manage to arrange for enjoyable trips to travellers and give them an opportunity to interact with the local people. They advise the travellers to follow the following tips to enjoy the trip–
- A prior knowledge of the religion, culture, art, food, local rules and values is beneficial.
- The speaking and understanding of the local language will be helpful in conversing with the local people.
- The tourists will be relish the taste of local food and enjoy buying local made goods made by traditional artisans.
- Using of private transports will enable to see more of the place.
- One is expected to dress modestly with shoulders and knees covered in light fabrics like cotton.
- It is advised to be friendly with the local people by giving them a smile or by taking their snaps and sending back copies of the snaps taken.
- The secret of having fun in the urban adventures tour is that one should keep calm, cheerful and friendly.
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