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Egypt
Country located in
the northeastern corner of Africa. It has
a total area of about 385,230 square miles
(997,740 square kilometer's). Its land frontiers
border Libya in the west, The Sudan in the
south, and Israel in the northeast.
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Cairo
Cairo,Egypt
Travelers
to this metropolis will find it an often
bewildering mixture of old and new: Donkey
carts share the streets with tour buses
(and Mercedes), businessmen in suits share
sidewalk coffee shops with country people
in traditional galabiya (robes), ancient
bazaars and monuments share space with modern
office towers and McDonald's restaurants.
Alexandria 
Alex,Egypt
Alexandria
by the Mediterranean Sea, and the major
seaport of Egypt.
The
city was founded in 332 BC by Alexander
the Great, king of Macedonia, who planned
it as one of the finest ports of the ancient
world.
 Tanta
-  Tanta,Egypt
City and Capital
of al-Gharbiyah mu- hafazah
(governorate), Lower Egypt, in the Nile
Delta. It lies on an irrigation canal almost
midway between the Rosetta (west) and Damietta
(east) branches of the Nile on the Cairo–Alexandria
superhighway.
Tourist
Health
regulations :
Vaccinations may be required against yellow
fever if arriving within 6 days after leaving
or transiting infected areas. Children under
one year old are exempt. Persons without
a valid yellow fever certificated - if required
as above are subject to quarantine. Other
vaccinations may also be required or recommended.
Please check with the nearest Egyptian embassy
or consulate in your home country before
making your travel plans.
Currency
and exchange :
The Egyptian pound (L.E.) Are equal to 100
piastres. Currency notes are in denominations
of 1, 5, 10, 20, 50, and 100 L.E. Coins
are available in 5, 10, 20, 25, and 50 Piasters.
1 USD equal about 5 Egyptian Pounds. There
is no mandatory exchange upon entry, however,
all Egyptian currency must be accompanied
by an official exchange receipt when paying
hotel bills. Bank branches are conveniently
located at ports of entry, and in all major
hotels.
Photography:
Egypt is the perfect place for enthusiastic
photographers. However, photography is strictly
prohibited at military installations public
works and government buildings. Some museums
and historical sites may not allow photography
while others may require a fee .
Passport-Visa :
All visitors must have valid passports.
Visas can also be authorized at airports
of entry. Visitors must register with tourist
police within 7 days of arrival hotels take
care of this service upon check-in. In any
case, contact the nearest Egyptian embassy
or consulate in your home country before
making your travel plans.
ELECTRONICS:
The electric current voltage is 220 Volts,
with European-style plugs.
For TV broadcasting, Egypt uses MESECAM
which is a derivative of the SECAM standard.
Shopping :
Shops are generally open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., however, they have extended hours during the summer.
Khan El Khalili, Cairo's famous bazaar, and similar shopping places have more flexible hours. Best shopping times are late morning and early evening. Bargaining is a common practice in all bazaars and can be fun. You may be offered tea or a soft drink, and when the deal is set, everyone will be smiling and happy.
Climate :
Egyptian climate is basically dry and mild. Summers are hot at midday, but cool off at night with a constant desert breeze. Winters are mild during the day, but can be quite cold at night. Check out the average season temperature . Rain is rare and is mainly in the winter. In the spring, there can be an occasional sand storm
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Language :
The official language is Arabic, however,
English and French are widely spoken
.
Dress :
Conservative dress women with at least
half sleeve is more appropriate in town,
especially when visiting mosques and
churches. In summer, loose cotton clothing
may be the most comfortable. Comfortable
walking shoes are essential for sightseeing.
Local
Transportation :
Taxis and limousines are available at
all hotels. Taxis are available at major
hotels and usually have fixed rates
for certain destinations. The bellman
or the hotel information desk may be
able to give you a reasonable estimate
of the fares. Taxis are generally less
expensive, but it is common for them
to take in other passengers going the
same direction. For the most part, however,
they are perfectly reliable and a good
bargain. When you hire them, it is best
to negotiate the fare in advance.
Local buses are available to all places
from the buses stations distributed
all over Cairo and other big cities.
Major Religions
Muslim (mostly Sunni) 94% (official estimate), Coptic Christian and other 6% (official estimate)
Ethnic groups
Eastern Hamitic stock (Egyptians, Bedouins, and Berbers) 99%, Greek, Nubian, Armenian, other European 1%
Growth rate 1.86%
Birth rate 27.31 births/1,000
Death rate 8.41 deaths/1,000
Fertility rate 3.41 children/woman
Male life expectancy 60
Female life expectancy 64
Infant mortality rate 69.23 deaths/1,000 live births
Geography Facts
Area: 1,001,250 sq km
Capital: Cairo
Population: 61.4 mn , 62 per sq km, 1.82 % pa growth
Geographic Coordinates: 27 00 N, 30 00 E
Area Comparison:
slightly more than three times the size of New Mexico
Economy
Labor force 17.4 million (1996)
Unemployment rate 9.4% (1997)
Exports $5.1 billion, primarily crude oil and petroleum products, cotton yarn, raw cotton, textiles, metal products, chemicals
Imports $15.5 billion, primarily machinery and equipment, foods, fertilizers, wood products, durable consumer goods, capital goods
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