I’ve been to Egypt. It’s an absolute shit hole. And the tourist sites are crawling with thieving, scamming lowlifes
“the tourist sites are crawling with thieving, scamming lowlifes”
Sounds like most all eastern cities with historical stuff to see.
“I’ve been to Egypt. It’s an absolute shit hole. And the tourist sites are crawling with thieving, scamming lowlifes.”
You will never find a more wretched hive of scum and villainy:)
I have not been but I have heard many comments like yours.
No need for me to go...My TV is HD and can see what needs to be seen for free without pickpockets, sweat or dung.
Went to Egypt in 2018 and enjoyed the trip. At that time the government was working hard to protect their tourist trade. Security was tight, traffic terrible, crowds manageable, and most of the people we encountered were friendly. My main complaint was the emphasis on sales, but people have to make a living.
My father was there in WW2. It was the same