Wadi El Rayan, a protected national park that stretches across nearly 700 square miles, is one of Fayoum’s many highlights.
It’s comprised of an upper and lower human-made lake, with what’s considered to be Egypt’s largest waterfalls in between.
These waterfalls can be hard to spot from the upper plateau, as they’re slightly smaller than other renowned falls.
But viewing the multiple drop-offs from the lower plateau is the best way to witness their collective beauty and experience a unique shower in the middle of a desert.
This site is famously crowded on weekends (during times of unrestricted travel), so it’s best to visit during weekdays.
However, the area is nearly deserted during Ramadan, although a few residents seem to rely on what they catch in the lower lake to break their fast.
The sprawling park also features a variety of distinctive scenic attractions that include moving dunes, natural sulfur springs, mountains, and its best-kept secret, Wadi Al Hitan.
