Egypt

Just like Hindu mythology, Egyptian mythology is also complex. Also, Egypt is home to some of the iconic monuments which include the Giza Necropolis and its Great Sphinx, ruins of Memphis, Thebes, Karnak, and the Valley of the Kings. These monuments beautifully reflect the legacy of Egypt and have become a piece of interest for people who love to dive into history.

Earlier, Egypt was a prime center of Christianity but slowly was Islamized in the seventh century and is now a predominantly Sunni Muslim country. Thus, couples who want to explore the art and culture of Egypt to learn a bit more about Egyptian history can visit this country for an unforgettable experience.

The Great Pyramid of Giza is the largest Egyptian pyramid that was built in the early 26th century B.C. and took almost 27 years to complete it. It is the oldest Seven Wonders of the Ancient World which is largely intact today. Its initial height was 146.6 meters and was the tallest man-made marvel in the World for more than 3,800 years. However, over time, the white limestone casing was removed that contributed to lowering the height of the pyramid which has been reduced to 138.5 meters now. Couples cannot afford to miss witnessing this Wonder and exploring its mysterious architecture.

There are three known chambers inside The Great Pyramid. The lowest one forms the base of the pyramid and is unfinished. There is a Queen’s and King’s chamber containing a granite sarcophagus within the pyramid structure. The funerary complex that surrounds the pyramid comprises two mortuary temples that are connected by a causeway. One of these temples is close to the pyramid and the other is close to the river Nile.

It is a seawater inlet of the Indian Ocean that lies between Africa and Asia. For couples who love to explore marine life, it can be an ideal spot because the Red Sea has extensive shallow shelves and is noted for its diverse marine life as well as corals. The Red Sea is home to more than 1,000 invertebrate species and 200 types of hard and soft coral. Interestingly, the climate of the Red Sea comprises two monsoon seasons- a northeasterly monsoon and a southwesterly monsoon. The monsoon winds occur here as a result of differential heating that prevails between the land and the sea. The extremely high temperature and salinity make this region one of the warmest and saltiest bodies of seawater.

The locals also call it the Valley of the Gates of the Kings. It is a valley in Egypt comprising rock-cut tombs that were excavated for the Pharaohs as well as powerful nobles of the New Kingdom. This valley is situated on the west bank of the Nile River. Honeymoon couples who are interested in exploring archeological and Egyptological structures must visit this place. This valley has gained immense popularity for the discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamun and is, therefore, one of the most famous archeological sites across the globe. UNESCO declared this site a World Heritage Site in the year 1979, along with the rest of the Theban Necropolis.

The Karnak Temple complex is an amalgamation of decayed temples, pylons, chapels, and some other significant buildings near Luxor, Egypt. It used to be the primary place of worship of the 18th Dynastic Theban Triad and the god Amun was considered to be the head of this temple. People used to offer their prayers to God Amun. This temple, along with the rest of the city has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in the same year the Valley of the Kings was declared a Heritage Site.

The precinct of Amun-Re is the largest area of the temple complex and is dedicated to the primary deity of the Theban Triad, Amun-Re. The sandstone used to construct this temple was transported from Gebel Silsila. The precinct of Mut was dedicated to the mother goddess Mut (wife of Amun-Re) and there are also several smaller temples associated with this precinct.

A historic site that is home to two massive rock-cut temples located in the village of Abu Simbel, Upper Egypt, Abu Simbel is located on the western bank of Lake Nasser. UNESCO has declared this complex the World Site that runs from Abu Simbel downriver to Philae and includes some of the Nubian sites. The twin temples were originally excavated from the mountainside in the 13th century B.C. Relocation of this complex took place in the year 1968 under the supervision of an archeologist of Polish origin Kazimier Michalowski (The Polish Center of Mediterranean Archaeology University of Warsaw, Poland. It is a must-visit place for couples who have chosen Egypt as their honeymoon destination.

Winter is best for couples to plan their honeymoon in Egypt. Because during summer, the temperature remains extremely high and it is not advisable to roam around during the daytime due to the scorching heat. Therefore, the best time to visit Egypt is from October to April when the temperature remains comparatively lower.