Cairo Luxor Aswan Author:Michael Haag, Michael Haag Discover three sides of ancient, modern, exciting Egypt: exuberant Cairo, with its Arabian Nights bazaars, Islamic monuments, shining skyscrapers and awesome pyramids; Luxor's astonishing wealth of age-old temples and magnificent tombs; dreamy, relaxed, timeless Aswan, gateway to Abu Simbel and other monuments of Nubia rescued from the rising wa... more »ters of Lake Nasser. Entertaining and erudite, the Cadogan Guide to these three cities strung along the Nile captures the essence of Egypt with wit and discernment. This guide has intelligent and entertaining insights into history, art, festivals and culture. There are listings on where to stay, eat, shop and play as well as practical advice on bargaining, baksheesh or buying a camel.« less