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Egypt boasts an extensive and fairly efficient overland transport system. If your travel plans focus on the Nile, the palm-studded scenery contributes significantly to the experience, enhancing the beauty of the destinations along the route.
There’s no better immersion into the wonders of ancient Egypt than a sailing along the Nile. Uniworld’s opulent new river ship is a journey for the ages.
The Blue Nile Falls is a stunning waterfall located in the northwest region of Ethiopia near the city of Bahir Dar. It is known in Amharic as Tis Abay (the Great Smoke) and is a highlight among Ethiopia’s natural wonders. This majestic waterfall marks a significant event on the Blue Nile’s journey from its source at Lake Tana to its confluence with the White Nile in Khartoum, Sudan. Historically, the falls could span up to 1,300 feet (400 meters), but modern hydroelectric projects have curtailed much of its flowing power. Nevertheless, with a height of 138 feet (42 meters), the three-pronged waterfall remains an impressive sight, particularly during the rainy season. The shimmering rainbows and a mist of floating spray contribute to the magic of Tis Abay.
The Nile River, recognized as the world’s longest river, originates deep within Africa. This majestic river flows northward from near the Equator and empties into the Mediterranean Sea just north of Cairo, Egypt. Though the Amazon River in South America is slightly shorter, it boasts a significantly higher volume of water, making it enormously wide in certain areas—so wide, in fact, that one cannot see either riverbank. In contrast, as depicted in the accompanying images, the Nile River in Cairo appears considerably narrower, especially near the delta where it meets the Mediterranean.