10 Best Places To Visit In The Middle East And North Africa

08 SEP, 2023

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Cairo is a historic, beautiful and timeless city set on the Nile River. Nearby, Giza is the site of the iconic Pyramids and the Great Sphinx. 

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Istanbul is a major city in Turkey that straddles Europe & Asia across the Bosphorus Strait. The city has a rich historical and cultural heritage. Must visit Hagia Sophia & Grand Bazaar.

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Marrakesh, a former imperial city in western Morocco, is a major economic centre and home to mosques, palaces and gardens. The city has luxury spas and hammams. 

marrakesh, morocco

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Petra is a famous archaeological site in Jordan's southwestern desert. It is one of the 7 Wonders of the World. It is renowned for its charm and ancient cultural heritage.

petra, jordan

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Luxor is a city on the east bank of the Nile River in southern Egypt. Originally called 'Thebes' in ancient Egypt, Luxor is often known also as the 'world's greatest open-air museum'.

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Fes is a northeastern Moroccan city often referred to as the country’s cultural capital. It’s primarily known for its Fes El Bali walled medina, with medieval Marinid architecture & vibrant souks. 

fes, morocco

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Tel Aviv is a city on Israel's Mediterranean coast. It is a centre for nightlife, cuisine and culture. It has diverse and modern architecture and vibrant open-air markets. 

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Cappadocia is located in the middle of Turkey. The fairytale landscape is mainly famous for its “fairy chimneys”. The hot-air balloon ride here is a must. 

cappadocia, turkey

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Sahara is the largest hot desert in the world and third largest desert overall. People visit Sahara desert from different towns in Morocco. You can enjoy a camel ride there.

sahara desert, morocco

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Tunis is the capital city of Tunisia. It is home to one of the best museums in North Africa, the Bardo National Museum.

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