Egypt tour
Egypt tour

Egypt

Egypt

Overview

Egypt, officially known as the Arab Republic of Egypt, is an offshore country in the northeast corner of Africa and the southwest corner of Asia by a land bridge formed by the Sinai Peninsula. A lot of tourists book Egypt tours every year.
Egypt is a country in the Mediterranean Sea that borders Gaza Strip (Palestine) and Israel to the northeast, the Gulf of Aqaba and the Red Sea to the east, Sudan to the south, and Libya to the west. The capital, Cairo, is a collection of ancient artifacts such as the Muhammad Ali Mosque and the Egyptian Museum.

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Egypt is an ancient civilization; it consists of the Nile valley, delta, and several oases. It is sheltered and isolated, surrounded by jungles, deserts, and swamps. Egypt consisted of two separate regions before 3,050 BC. Lower Egypt in the delta in the north, Upper Egypt in the Nile valley in the south. Menes, king of Upper Egypt, unified Egypt by conquering the region of Lower Egypt around 3100 BC. After Egypt got unified, its capital moved from Abydos to Memphis. This period also called the early dynastic period, is when the Egyptian Civilization began to take shape.
Within 2700 BC, the old kingdom period began. During this period, the central government was strong. The ancient kingdom period is also known as the age of the pyramids. The first pyramid built was the stepped pyramid. When the old kingdom period ended, the 1st Intermediate period began.
Egyptian kings reunited the country with the middle kingdom period. Instead of being buried in magnificent tombs, the pharaohs were buried in a rock-cut grave. The new kingdom period began with the 1st Ahmosis delta region and reuniting Egypt. During this period, Egypt reached from Sudan to Palestine. There was a movement to introduce the monotheistic religion, but it was not successful in this period. It is the most glorious period of Egypt. There were political and economic upheavals in the Mediterranean towards the end of the Bronze Age.
During the late dynasty, the Persians began to take over Egypt. The last Egyptian royal dynasty ended during this period. In 332 BC, the Persian king Mazaces surrendered to Alexander the Great without any fight. For the Egyptians at that time, Alexander the Great was their savior. After Egypt became defeated by the Roman navy, it passed into the hands of Rome in 30 BC.

The older and most interesting places

The first tourist attractions in Egypt are as follows:

  1. Egyptian Antiquities Museum
  2. Giftun Islands
  3. Ras Mohammed National Park
  4. Mahmya Island
  5. Hurghada Marina
  6. Valley of the Kings
  7. Giza Pyramids
  8. the Nubian Desert
  9. Sharm El Luli
  10. Nile River
  11. Bibliotheca Alexandrina
  12. Abu Tig Marina

Neighboring countries

The neighboring countries of Egypt are:
1- Libya
2- Sudan
3- Israel
4- Palestine
5- Saudi Arabia

Culture

The Egyptian Civilization, one of the ancient civilizations, is known for influencing the civilizations that came after it. Developing in literature, science, and art, the Egyptians preserve their mysteries with their unique cultures and structures.

Language

The official language of Egypt, which is one of the African countries, is Arabic. The dialect in the country is known as Egyptian Arabic or Egyptian. Saudi Arabic and Bedouin Arabic are other dialects frequently used in this country.

 

Food

Kosher is almost the national dish of Egypt, considering the local foods of Egypt. In Cairo, you can come across small kosher kiosks like the raw meatball shops; they are on almost every corner. It is made by cooking pasta, green lentils, rice, and chickpeas separately and stacking them on top of each other.

The first top ten popular foods in Egypt are:

  • Falafel
  • Melaka
  • Ful
  • Koshari
  • Kadaif
  • Umm-Ali
  • Hookah
  • Egyptian coffee
  • Zibib
  • Egyptian wine

Covid-19 aka Coronavirus Travel Advice

  • If you are considering traveling during the coronavirus pandemic, take some precautions to protect yourself and others from Covid-19. Answer a few questions before traveling to a destination: have you been vaccinated against Covid-19, have you been in close contact with a person with Covid-19, and does your home or destination have requirements or restrictions for travelers?
    Steps to stay safe during your travel
    Maintain a distance of 2 meters from others,
  • Wear a face mask,
  • Avoid the crowded or poorly ventilated areas,
  • Cover coughs and sneezes with bent elbow or tissues,
  • Clean and wash your hands frequently,
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth,
  • Avoid eating or drinking on public transportation.

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