American World Traveler Summer 2018 Issue
Now in our 16th year of publishing, American World Traveler explores the culture and history of worldwide destinations, sharing the adventure of discovery with our readers and motivating them to make their travel dreams a reality. Published quarterly, AWT helps sophisticated, independent American travelers choose their next destination by offering a lively blend of intelligent, informative articles and tantalizing photographic images from our World’s best destinations, cruises, accommodations and activities to suit every traveler's taste.
Now in our 16th year of publishing, American World Traveler explores the culture and history of worldwide destinations, sharing the adventure of discovery with our readers and motivating them to make their travel dreams a reality. Published quarterly, AWT helps sophisticated, independent American travelers choose their next destination by offering a lively blend of intelligent, informative articles and tantalizing photographic images from our World’s best destinations, cruises, accommodations and activities to suit every traveler's taste.
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built by Ismail Pasha in 1828. One last<br />
detail about the courtyard: Note an iron<br />
clock on the western wall, presented to<br />
Muhammad Ali by King Louis Philippe<br />
(France).<br />
The Hanging Church<br />
(St. Virgin Mary’s Coptic Orthodox Church)<br />
This is one of Egypt’s oldest churches. The<br />
history of this particular church dates back<br />
to the third century A.D. Why is this attraction<br />
known as the Hanging Church? It is situated<br />
above a Babylon Fortress gatehouse,<br />
and its nave is suspended over a passage.<br />
Unlike most churches that may have as<br />
many as ten steps, the Hanging Church has<br />
twenty-nine. Be prepared for a long hike<br />
up! Once you enter the church, be prepared<br />
to see 110 icons. Of these icons, the<br />
oldest dates back to the eighth century. The<br />
others, however, hail from the eighteenth<br />
century. The iconostases within the church<br />
are made of ebony and ivory, just like the<br />
main altar. The icons depict a number of<br />
religious personalities, including the Virgin<br />
Mary, the Twelve Apostles, and St. John the<br />
Baptist.<br />
Khan el-Khalili<br />
Care to do some shopping during your stay<br />
in Cairo? You’d want to stop by Khan el-<br />
Khalili. This bazaar district is the city’s main<br />
attraction for residents and tourists alike.<br />
The bazaar, which was first a mausoleum,<br />
used to be the heart of Cairo’s economic<br />
activity; sultans would build businesses<br />
nearby. Today, most Egyptians run businesses<br />
here. Take advantage of buying<br />
local products (souvenirs, antiques, jewellery).<br />
But there’s more: take a sip of coffee<br />
or shisha at one of the many coffeehouses<br />
along the strip. If you’re feeling<br />
hunger pangs, many restaurants are at<br />
your fingertips. If you prefer to buy foods,<br />
you’ll come across many food vendors<br />
throughout the market.<br />
Sinai Peninsula<br />
Ras Muhammed National Park<br />
This is the most famous park in the country<br />
known for scuba diving. As you dive below<br />
the crystal waters of the Red Sea, you’ll see<br />
many coral reefs and various species. The<br />
sea walls are breathtaking, too. Ras<br />
Muhammed National Park became a protected<br />
area in 1983. Divers, please note:<br />
You cannot dive anywhere you please. You<br />
need to dive in selected areas only. Another<br />
important tip: Visitors must vacate the<br />
premises by sunset. The best places for<br />
scuba diving? Shark and Yolanda Reefs.
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