Egypt on a fingertip
Full name is Arab Republic of Egypt, a Middle Eastern country in northeast Africa, linked to Asia by the Sinai peninsula. The Greek ancient traveller Herodotus, described Egypt as a “gift of the Nile” – the longest river on Earth – which has gifted this country with life, abundance and culture.

Capital : Cairo - Africa’s biggest city - with an estimated population of 15 million people, living in its metropolitan area.

Language : Arabic is the mother tongue. French & English are spoken by many of the educated class, while other languages are understood in the major tourist destinations across the country.

Religion : 90% majority of Muslim with a 10% of Coptic Christians

Population : 78 millions.

Currency : Egyptian Pound (divided into100 piaster), both US Dollars and Euros are widely accepted in most hotels, restaurants and stores, as well as the major credit cards.

Weather : Temperate on the Mediterranean coast; dry and sunny in the south and on the Red Sea.

Electricity: 220v AC, 50 Hz.

Cuisine : Egyptian cuisine is based on fresh, tasty and natural ingredients. It reflects its geographical location, with Middle Eastern, Turkish and Mediterranean influences. Good quality beers and local wines are available in all major hotels and resorts.

Sights : Egypt has long been one of the world's premier destinations. Its mix of ancient history, year-round sun and beautiful seaside, attracts millions of visitors each year from all over the world to the pyramids, temples, mosques and great monuments of the Nile Valley, as well as the stunning diving and beach resorts of the Red Sea. A cruise on the Nile is a unique experience not to be missed!