The oasis route west of the Nile, is a place usually overlooked by tourists who prefer to visit the splendors of Nile Valley Ancient Civilization. Over the last centuries few things changed on medieval Balat’s alleys. Exploring them is an experience not to be missed. I tried to visit the mosque but I was not allowed. I waited around until the mosque’s caretaker left. I tried talking to him but he wouldn’t have any of it and covered his ears!