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Facts About Egypt
When we discuss about the oldest cultures in the world, ancient Egyptian culture occupies a place of prominence. Actual worth of this culture can be understood by the worldwide interest there is about the country's traditions, art, and people, who are greatly influenced by the ancient culture even today. |
Many people, who visit Egypt today, mainly visit the country for its pyramids, the beauty of its cities, especially Cairo, the awe-inspiring Nile and the pleasant and adventurous coast of the Red Sea.
Here are some facts about Egypt that you might not have known previously:
Egypt has Libya on one side and the Red Sea and Gaza Strip on the other. Libya is to the west, while the Red Sea and Gaza are located on the east.
The total land occupied by Egypt is around one million square kilometers. Interestingly, this area is equal to the total land occupied by Germany as well as France.
Total population of Egypt constitutes approximately seventy-eight million people. Most of them speak Arabic. However, French and English languages are also used. Almost all the people who have had formal education can communicate in these languages.
A huge percentage of the population believes in Islam. In Islam, Sunnis are more in number. Altogether, 94 percent of the population follows Islam. The remaining 6 percent belong to either Coptic Christian or some other community.
Egypt is well known for its hot weather. Except two to three months of winter season, which is comparatively cold, the temperature always remains high. Thus, it is better to visit the country when it is little cold.
The currency of the country is called the Egyptian Pound, and it is made up of 100 piastres.
Also, Egypt is home to the world famous Pyramids of Giza, Cairo Museum, Luxor, Red Sea Coast or Hurghada, and Abu Simbel, which has 2 temples dedicated to Ramesses the second.
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