Flash Earth.Com: Top 10 Amazing Aerials of Egypt

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1. Cairo

Being the most famous and most-populated city in the country, there's plenty to see here. Keep an eye out for architecturally intricate mosques and beautiful parks.

More Info: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/egypt/cairo

Search: cairo

2. Sphinx and the Pyramids of Giza

Iconic structures of Ancient Egypt, these are really neat to see from above, including the tourists!

More Info: http://www.ask-aladdin.com/pyramid.htm

Search: sphinx

3. Colossi of Memnon

Even if you don't recognize these stone giants by name, you've probably seen them before, sitting together, gazing over the Nile at Luxor.

More info: http://www.sacred-destinations.com/egypt/luxor-colossi-of-memnon.htm

Search: colossi of memnon

4. Crossing of the Red Sea

This is the beach where the Israelites began their journey across the Red Sea on dry land. Read about it in Exodus 14.

More Info: http://www.wyattmuseum.com/red-sea-crossing.htm

Search: wasit egypt

5. Valley of the Kings

Great view of these ancient structures. Zoom in and look for this landmark near Al 'Asasif.

More Info: http://www.touregypt.net/kingtomb.htm

Search: valley of the kings

6. Alexandria

The famous city on the coast of the Mediterranean. Travel through the city or enjoy the beaches!

More Info: http://www.alexandriaegypt.com/

Search: alexandria egypt

7. Lake Burullus

A birdwatcher's haven, this protected area looks stunning from above with blue and white crystalline salt flats.

More Info: http://www.samuli-schielke.de/galleries/buhaira00.htm

Search: lake burullus egypt

8. Aswan

Look for lots of temple ruins here, as well as the Aswan High Dam.

More Info: http://wikitravel.org/en/Aswan

Search: aswan

9. El Faiyum

The city with the best view, and an oasis at that! Zoom out to explore the lake or zoom in to experience a little bit of the life of Egypt and admire the beautiful tiled pavilions.

More Info: http://egyptsites.wordpress.com/2009/02/15/introduction-to-el-faiyum/

Search: el faiyum egypt

10. Al Wadi Al Jadid

Amazing zoom on this one, the expanse of dunes, desert, and sand, sand, sand. A great way to see firsthand the intricate designs the storms and winds have etched into the earth.

More Info: http://www.flickr.com/places/Egypt/Al+Wadi+al+Jadid

Search: egypt (look for Al Wadi Al Jadid right below the word Egypt)