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Travel through Africa: September 2012
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Monday, September 3, 2012. Luxor, a city on the site where a few thousand years ago was the capital of ancient Egypt - Thebes. This and a number of various antiquities, which attract millions of tourists. Generally ancient Thebes consisted of two parts - the "city living", where the pharaohs ruled, and "City of the Dead", where they were buried. Statues of Amenhotep III. The view from the temple in the neighborhood. Valley of the King. Subscribe to: Posts (Atom). Lake Nakuru National Park.
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Travel through Africa: November 2013
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Thursday, November 7, 2013. Mopane Worms - Nutritious and Delicious? Most people who enjoy Mopane worms obviously do not get certificates when they eat a solitary grub. Normally, you'll see huge bags of dried and/or smoked Mopane worms in local markets throughout rural Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, South Africa and Namibia. They're greyish looking when dried (after their green guts have been squeezed out) and at first glance you might think they're a bean of some kind. Subscribe to: Posts (Atom).
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Travel through Africa: January 2014
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Wednesday, January 8, 2014. The Great Pyramid of Giza. Considered a sacred site by people the world over, the Great Pyramid is the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the World, and was built around 4,500 years ago. It is believed to have been constructed as a tomb for the pharoah Khufu, although there has been little evidence to this effect. The pyramid is often referred to as simply Khufu, in honor of the pharaoh. Subscribe to: Posts (Atom). The Great Pyramid of Giza. Lake Nakuru National Park.
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Travel through Africa: April 2013
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Monday, April 8, 2013. Lalibela. Church in Ethiopia. The main shrine Lalibela - 11 monolithic, carved in volcanic tuff nave churches. Built these churches - King Gebre Meskel Lalibela of the dynasty Zagwe. According to the calculations of archeologists, so he drew about 40,000 people. Lalibela tried to build a New Jerusalem in response to the capture of the "old" Israel, Muslims in 1187. Is there and such churches as Bete Golgota - Holy Sepulcher and the Bat Medhane Alem - Church of the Savior.
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Travel through Africa: Etiquette while on Safari
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Monday, December 2, 2013. Etiquette while on Safari. In the middle of Africa, things run very differently from at home. It’s very important to be sensitive to your surroundings, both cultural and environmental – not only will it make your safari experience more enjoyable, but it will also have substantially less impact on the animals you’re viewing and your hosts. Here are some tips for anyone going on safari:. Dress and behave respectfully to avoid offending local people. Never pick plants and flowers.
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Travel through Africa: October 2013
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Tuesday, October 22, 2013. The Weather in Africa. The Rainy and Dry Season in East Africa. The hottest time of year in East Africa is during the dry season from December to March. Northern Tanzania and Kenya experience two rainy seasons, the long rains from April to June and a shorter rain from November to December. The Rainy and Dry Season in Southern Africa. Winter and Summer in North Africa. Winter and Summer in South Africa. If you are traveling to the Indian Ocean islands of Mauritius, Madagascar or...
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Travel through Africa: May 2013
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Friday, May 10, 2013. Friday, May 3, 2013. From March 9 to September 1, 2013 Tutanhomona sarcophagus and treasures from the tomb can be seen in a unique exhibition in Berlin. The Pharaoh of the XVIII dynasty of the New Kingdom rules about 9 years old, with about 1332 to 1323 years BC (died 19 years of age). The treasures of the tomb. Anubis in the form of a dog. And the famous tombstone mask of Tutankhamun. Tutankhamun with a harpoon. Golden statue of Tutankhamun, riding on the back of a black leopard.
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Travel through Africa: The Cradle of Humankind
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Tuesday, December 23, 2014. The Cradle of Humankind. The Cradle of Humankind has in recent years become one of Johannesburg's top attractions, and for good reason. This unique and beautiful spot, widely regarded as the origin of what we now refer to as mankind, or just humans, is just a short drive north of the bustling city. Start at the Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens. Take in some wildlife. From the Krugersdorp Game Reserve, plan to head through to the core of the action in the Cradle of Humankind ...
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Travel through Africa: Christmas in Africa
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Wednesday, December 18, 2013. Decorating shop fronts, mango trees, churches and homes is common throughout African Christian communities. You may see fake snow decorating store fronts in Nairobi, palm trees laden with candles in Ghana, or oil palms loaded with bells in Liberia. May 17, 2014 at 12:17 PM. Wonderful post, lovely photos. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). Etiquette while on Safari. Lake Nakuru National Park. National Park Lake Manyara. Watermark template. Powered by Blogger.
