Explore the Rich History and Breathtaking Landscapes of Egypt
Discover Egypt: Land of Pharaohs and Pyramids
Egypt is a country that bridges the gap between Northeast Africa and the Middle East. It’s a land steeped in history and adorned with some of the world’s most famous monuments, including the colossal Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, and the ancient temples of Luxor. Visitors can delve into the past, cruising along the life-giving Nile River, or experience the vibrant culture of modern-day Cairo.
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Country
Egypt - مصر
About
Egypt (Arabic: مصر Miṣr [mesˁr], Egyptian Arabic pronunciation: [mɑsˤr]), officially the Arab Republic of Egypt, is a transcontinental country spanning the northeast corner of Africa and the Sinai Peninsula in the southwest corner of Asia.
Languages Spoken
The official language of Egypt is Arabic, and most Egyptians speak one of several vernacular dialects of that language.
Currency Used
The Egyptian pound is the official currency of Egypt. It is divided into 100 piastres, or ersh, or 1,000 milliemes.
Area km²/mi²
Egypt has coastlines on the Mediterranean Sea, the River Nile, and the Red Sea. Egypt borders Libya to the west, Israel to the east and Sudan to the south. Egypt has an area of 1,002,450 km² (387,050 mi²).
Visa Requirements
Visitors to Egypt must obtain a visa from one of the Egyptian diplomatic missions unless they come from one of the visa exempt countries or countries that are eligible for visa on arrival. Visitors must hold passports that are valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival to Egypt I www.egyptembassy.org/travel/visa-requirements/
Popular Destinations
1. Pyramids of Giza 2. Luxor's Temples & Tombs 3. Cruising the Nile 4. Aswan 5. Abu Simbel 6. Diving the Red Sea 7. Explore Historic Cairo 8. South Sinai's Beach Life 9. Saqqara 10. Egyptian Museum
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