Egypt - The Red Sea, Multiview

The Red Sea

The sender writes:
I'm on a work trip here (diving) and LOVE IT  :)
2010

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The Red sea is known for its spectacular recreational diving sites, such as Ras Mohammed, SS Thistlegorm (shipwreck), Elphinstone, The Brothers, Dolphin Reef and Rocky Island in Egypt.
It became known a sought-after diving destination after the expeditions of Hans Hass in the 1950s, and later by Jacques-Yves Cousteau.

Tourism in the South of Red Sea is presently considered risky because of the presence of pirates originating from uncontrolled zones of Somalia. Large vessels such as cargoes are sometimes attacked by high-speed boats heavily armed. The situation is even worse in the Gulf of Aden between Somalia and Yemen.

Egypt - Man Riding a Camel by The Pyramids of Giza

The Pyramids of Giza
1955

the sender writes:
Perhaps tomorrow I might be riding one of these camels.  We have a lovely group.  So far I am alone in my bedroom.  At this hotel I have 2 twin beds and have been kidded lots by the gang.  Will have a room mate in Jerusalem.  We are having a grand time.  I have cast off all my cares, know my Saviour will work things out.

Love my honey,
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The pyramids of Giza are truly a marvel of architecture. The three largest pyramids located in the valley consist of the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Kafhre and the Pyramid of Menkaura. Each Pyramid is a tomb dedicated to a different king of Egypt.

All three pyramids were built during the Third and Fourth Dynasty; these structures resulted from a monumental effort by the king (and his sons). The Pyramid of Khufu has a base which covers roughly a nine acre area (approximately 392,040 square feet). The Pyramid of Menkaura, unlike the other pyramids, has granite covering one tier of its base. The Pyramid of Khafre had a two-tiered base encased in granite.  

Egypt - Cairo, Nile Hilton, United Arab Republic

Nile Hilton
Cairo, Egypt, United Arab Republic

"Jewel of Egypt" - in a setting of modern luxury overlooking the ancient Pyramids.  400 air-conditioned rooms, all with terraces.  Fabulous restaurants including the Starlight Roof for romantic outdoor dining, dancing.
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This hotel is still open today

Egypt - Abu Simbel, Great Temple: Ramses II

Abu Simbel, Great Temple: Ramses II annihilating his enemies
1981

Egypt - Ancient Pyramids, 3-D Raised Image

Ancient Pyramids, Egypt
2011

This is from of a set of eight postcards called: 3D 'Raised Images'. 

Titanic - Surpassing the Greatest Buildings, Olympic and Titanic

Surpassing the Greatest Buildings and Memorials of Earth
The White Star Line's New Triple-screw Steamers

"Olympic" "Titanic"
Largest and Finest in the World
(See Over)

the back reads:

Interesting Comparisons
read from left to right

1. Bunker Hill Monument, Boston - - 221 Feet High
2. Public Buildings, Philadelphia  - - 534 Feet High
3.  Washington Monument, Washington - - 555 Feet High
4. Metropolitan Tower, New York - - 700 Feet High
5. New Woolworth Bldg, New York - - 750 Feet High
6. White Star Line's Triple Screw Steamers Olympic and Titanic - - 882 1/2 Feet Long
7. Cologne Cathedral, Cologne, Germany - - 516 Feet High
8. Grand Pyramid, Gizeh, Africa - - 451 Feet High
9. St. Peter's Church, Rome, Italy - - 448 Feet High

This postcard is a pre-sinking Advertising Titanic / Olympic postcard

Egypt - Valley of Queens

Valley of Queens
2011

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The Valley of the Queens is a place in Egypt where wives of Pharaohs were buried in ancient times.

Egypt - Luxor Temple

Luxor Temple
2011

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Luxor Temple is a large Ancient Egyptian temple complex located on the east bank of the River Nile in the city today known as Luxor (ancient Thebes) and was founded in 1400 BCE. It is known in the Egyptian language as ipet resyt, or "the southern sanctuary".