Egypt

Egypt

Capital: Cairo

Currency: Egyptian Pound

Language: Arabic

Time Zone: GMT +2

 

Overview

Egypt

With its ancient civilization and some of the world's most beautiful and famous monuments, Egypt makes a perfect place for all those who wish to experience and gain knowledge about the past. The country that forms a part of North Africa, looks absolutely classic with beautiful historical architectures such as the Giza pyramid complex and the Great Sphinx. Also Luxor, the southern city comprises of innumerable ancient artifacts, such as the Valley of the Kings and the Karnak Temple. Egypt is widely regarded as an important political and cultural nation of the Middle East. Egypt share it's borders with Libya, Sudan, Gaza Strip and Israel and that is the reason it is known as a transcontinental nation. With such unique geographical positioning the country recieves the least rainfall. A specific wind called the Khamaseen, blows into the country during the spring season and it carries sand and dust along with it.

Egypt has many international airport that serve it to welcome almost everyone coming from everywhere in the world. These airport are Cairo International Airport, which is the primary entry point and also serves as the hub of the national carrier Egypt Air, then there is Alexandria Nozha, Luxor International Airport, Aswan International Airport, Hurghada International Airport, Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport and Burg Al-Arab International Airport. Also the country has well-developed public transportations such as trains, taxis and domestic flights that help in  connecting every nook and corner of the country.

Once you step into the country you will definitely be delighted with the warm gesture with which the friendly people of the country welcome you. The first look of the country will reflect the culture and ethnicity that is strongly held in the heart of the natives. Egyptians strictly follow their religion and most of the time it plays a central role in their lives. Egyptian music and art also reflect the tradition of the country. The swooning Egyptian music is a rich blend of  indigenous African, Mediterranean and western elements. People of the country joyously celebrate many festivals and carnivals which also relate to religion, these are originally known as Mulids or Mawlid. The country invites everyone to witness the true beauty of historical architectures, ancient art and culture at a single place.

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