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| Area (sq km): | 995,450 | |
| Population: | 77,505,756 | |
| Nationality: | Egyptian | |
| Local Name: | Misr | |
| Language: | Arabic, French, English, Berber |
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| Time Zone: | +2 GMT | |
| Currency: | 1 pound = 100 piastres | |
| Rate: | www.xe.com | |
| Capital: | Cairo | |
| Dialling Code: | +20 | |
| Electricity: | 220V/50Hz | |
| Internet Code: | .eg | |
| Religion: | Muslim, Coptic Christian |
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| Climate: | Hot Desert, Mediterranean |
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| Government: | Republic | |
| Inoculations: | None | |
| Driving: | Right | |
| Int'l License: | Required | |
| Banking: | Su-Th 8.30-14.00 | |
| Major Airports: | Cairo(CAI), El Arish(AAC), Luxor(LXR), Sharm El Sheikh(SSH), Taba(TCP) |
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Red Sea Scuba Diving
Red Sea scuba diving is world class. The Red Sea boasts some of the finest dive sites in the world, the marine life is astounding and the wrecks have earned... Red Sea Scuba Diving
Aswan Dam and Abu Simbel
The stunning Aswan Dam area is a winter resort haven. Egypt tourism in this region takes in many interesting attractions such as the nearby sights of Aswan... Aswan Dam and Abu Simbel
Nile River Cruises
Nile River cruises are the best way to see all the marvels of Egypt when you rent an Egypt apartment. The Nile River tour operators are your source for... Nile River Cruises
The Sphinx
Egypt is a name that brings to mind an exotic land of powerful god-like pharaohs who built their tombs in the shape of enormous pyramids and mysterious... The Sphinx
Sharm el Sheikh holidays
The famous Egyptian resort, Sharm el Sheikh is situated in the Region of Ras Mohamed in the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt. The location of... Sharm el Sheikh and the Red Sea