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All You Need To Know About Egypt

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Ahmed

Tour Guide, Giza, Egypt

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Egypt, the Arab Republic of Egypt is the center of the ancient Egyptian civilization. It extends from North Africa to the southwestern part of Asia, bordering west Libya and South Sudan. On the east by the Gulf of Aqaba in Jordan, and on the northeast by Palestine.


It is worth noting that the Sinai Peninsula is the only part located in the continent of Asia and is separated from the country by the Suez Canal. The name of the Republic of Egypt is mentioned in the Holy Qur’an in the Standard Arabic language. It goes back to Semitic roots, and this name is synonymous with many words in several languages, all of which are translated into the meaning of borders. This meaning may be because Egypt lies as a border between the African and Asian continents, and there are other names for the country, including the name Kemet, which refers to the fertile black soil on the plains of the Nile.


The importance of tourism in Egypt:

The Arab Republic of Egypt is one of the most important countries rich in civilizations and one of the most important cultural and political countries in the Middle East. It is one of the most sought destinations of tourists from all countries of the world to enjoy the ancient Egyptian monuments, and tourist places, where major museums around the world include pieces An important Egyptian archaeological sites. The Egyptian Republic embraces the oldest and most influential civilizations throughout history, so this country can be considered a treasure trove of culture and history. 


Egypt contains much ancient historical evidence that the country is famous for at this time, including the pyramids in Giza. In the temples of Abu Simbel, the importance of tourism in Egypt is not limited only to ancient civilizations but extends to the nature of the country, where it is possible to practice some activities Such as relaxation, swimming, and snorkelling, which are available on the Red Sea coast. It is worth noting that Egypt is the second-largest destination in the world in terms of tourism growth, according to the statistics of 2017, when it recorded a growth rate of about 51%. The country enjoys a mild climate during the winter season from November to January, making it a tourist destination. In the summer, the weather is hot and sunny, as the best times to visit Egypt are from October to April.


Some of the tourist attractions in Egypt There are many tourist attractions and activities worth visiting and experiencing in Egypt, and here are some of them: 

The Nile River: It is the longest river in the world, with a length of approximately 6,695 kilometres and flowing into the Mediterranean Sea; and visitors to the Nile River can visit other Egyptian areas Through it, the most important of which is the city of Luxor and the city of Aswan, in addition to the recreational Nile River cruise that enables tourists to choose the right boat for them from among the many available boats whose budget varies, depending on the luxury of the ship and the activities offered in it. 

Desert: Most of the lands of Egypt have a desert nature, where it constitutes approximately 90%, making it a very suitable environment for desert adventures. Menkaure, the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the largest of them all and one of the Seven Wonders of the World, as it was carved from a single block of stone, and these pyramids and the Sphinx were built about 4,500 years ago, as each pyramid includes a tomb for a different Egyptian pharaoh.

Isis: This date goes back. The temple dates back to 370 BC, but the cult of Isis existed in the seventh century BC, this temple was built on the island of Philae, and currently, it has been moved to the island of Agilkia in order to protect it.