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Africa
Arab Republic of Egypt
πΊοΈ Cairo, Egypt
Capital city
π 30.0444Β°, 31.2357Β°View larger map β
π Essential Info
CapitalCairo
TimezoneUTC+2 (7 hours ahead of Washington, DC, during Standard Time)
Population112.9M
Governmentpresidential republic
π Practical Info
Driving SideRight
Electrical PlugsType C, F (220V)
Internet Code.eg
Internet Users73%
GDP per Capita$16,800
π Geography
LocationNorthern Africa, bordering the Mediterranean Sea, between Libya and the Gaza Strip, and the Red Sea north of Sudan, and includes the Asian Sinai Peninsula
Size Comparisonmore than eight times the size of Ohio; slightly more than three times the size of New Mexico
Climatedesert; hot, dry summers with moderate winters
Terrainvast desert plateau interrupted by Nile valley and delta
π₯ People & Culture
Ethnic GroupsEgyptian 99.7%, other 0.3% (2006 est.)
ReligionsMuslim (predominantly Sunni) 90%, Christian (majority Coptic Orthodox, other Christians include Armenian Apostolic, Catholic, Maronite, Orthodox, and...
Median Age24.6 years
Life Expectancy75 years
National HolidayRevolution Day, 23 July (1952)
π Cultural Tips
Greetings
Handshakes are common, but wait for a woman to extend her hand first. Close friends of the same gender may kiss on both cheeks. Greetings are warm and often include inquiries about family.
Dining
Eat with your right hand. Meals are communal and generous. Refusing food may be seen as impolite - take at least a small portion. Tea and coffee are offered frequently.
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Destinations in Egypt
Data sourced from the CIA World Factbook