The cities and sites of Egypt are truly one-of-a-kind (despite the replicas you may see in Las Vegas), and are a can’t-miss for any architecture or history buff. Most of the sites look spectacular from the ground, but are even more impressive from above, where their true enormity and majesty can be appreciated. Whether you’re high above Cairo or soaring over Luxor in a hot air balloon, these incredible aerial shots of Egypt will give you a new perspective on the country.

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