After a long bumpy ride, we arrive at Tanis, an ancient site in the Egyptian delta. Now we wait for Friday prayers to end and the gatekeeper to return.
Armed Escort to Avaris
We gained an armed escort visiting Avaris (Tell ed-Dab'a). There was little to see of this ancient capital, but the site is huge for understanding ancient Egypt and the Bible.
On the Run in Egypt
We drive through an area of Egypt where memories of the Holy Family are strong.
A Family Reunion
Goshen is mentioned in the book of Genesis as the Egyptian home of the Israelite patriarchs.
A Boat Ride to Philae Island
Join a tour group for a boat ride on the Nile. Our goal? An ancient Egyptian temple.
A Town for Cat-Lovers
Bubastis is an ancient city in Egypt's Delta region that is remembered inside and outside the Bible.
Driving in the Delta
The road out of Cairo leads us to Egypt's broad alluvial fan, a region called the Delta.
Backspace Extraordinaire
Egypt's story is edited history.
Almost Underwater
The Philae Temple is an amazing structure with an amazing story.
Philae Ferry
Ride on a boat to an island in the Nile.
First Cataract
The first cataract of the Nile is a place of wild beauty and mystery.
Trekking above Arusha
Exploring Arusha National Park (Tanzania) on foot with Peter, my friend and mountain guide.
Cataracts of the Nile
The Nile is often conceived as a series of river basins, separated by rocky rapids or cataracts.
The Madness Continues
Mohsin, Mark, Rami, and Sam (the Camel) at Tell es-Sultan - Old Testament Jericho.
The Nile Narrows
A place of sandstone quarries, tombs, and the crocodile god.
Heat Wave
Suffering through a heat wave in Nazareth. At least I’m in good company with Rami and Gabi.
A Reptilian Throw-down
Oh my!
After-whyle Crocka-dyle
Observations about life along the Nile in Upper Egypt.
Welcome aboard!
It’s July in the biblical Heartland and everything is brittle-brown and dusty. And no, they wouldn’t really let me drive a tour bus.
Thanks Mani Tatan for the picture.
Oh Egypt!
Adventure awaits.
We’re doing it again, January 14-29, 2025. Climb Sinai. Nile Cruise. Pyramids. Camels. Koshary. The whole falafel. Details forthccoming.