The Giza Pyramids area witnessed the launch of the International Paramotor and Skydiving Festival under the title "Egypt Air Games," which is co-sponsored by the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, represented by the Egyptian Tourism Promotion Authority, and runs until November 27, with the participation of 200 international pilots representing 30 countries from around the world.
The event is being organized as part of Egypt's preparations to host the World Air Sports Championship under the auspices of the World Air Sports Federation, affirming Egypt's growing status as a destination capable of hosting international sports championships and events at the highest level.
The festival is organized by Sky Sports, a company specializing in organizing air sports events, and its activities are being held at a number of Egypt's most prominent tourist and archaeological destinations, including the Giza Pyramids and Saqqara areas, Fayoum Governorate, and the cities of Galala and Hurghada. Professional aerial photography of these destinations will also be carried out during the festival, highlighting their unique landmarks and helping to boost their promotion worldwide.
For his part, Eng. Ahmed Youssef, CEO of the Egyptian Tourism Promotion Authority, explained that the authority's sponsorship of this event comes as part of its efforts to promote sports tourism as one of the tourism types that distinguish Egypt, stressing the authority's keenness to support and host major events that highlight the diversity and richness of Egyptian tourism products, especially international events that attract participants and audiences from various countries.
He added that holding the festival's activities at several archaeological and tourist sites gives participants a unique opportunity that combines practicing air sports with enjoying the ancient archaeological sites and getting to know the diverse tourism assets unique to the Egyptian destination, which helps enhance Egypt's appeal to air sports enthusiasts and sports tourism lovers.
As part of promoting the Egyptian destination, the authority will organize a Nile trip for the event's participants to enjoy the atmosphere of the Nile River and the stunning natural scenery on its banks, offering an integrated experience that reflects Egypt's unique natural and heritage assets.
It is worth noting that Sky Sports previously organized the World Paramotor Championship in Fayoum Governorate in 2018 under the auspices of the International Paramotor Federation, reflecting its experience in organizing major international events and the confidence of international institutions in Egyptian organizational capabilities.
