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Located
in the middle east Egypt borders Libya in the west, Sudan in the south,
the Mediterranean Sea in the north, and the Red Sea and Israel in the
east.
Egypt is full of many different kinds of wild life, although most of
the animals that the ancient Egyptians worshiped are gone wildlife is
still in abundance. Expect to see some of the 430 different types of
birds that pass through Egypt every year. As well as camels and donkeys
in abundance. They are some of the most valuable types of animals and
a large source of transportation. One of the biggest and most popular
tourist spots in the world. Egypt has something for everyone to enjoy.
From an exciting nightlife to some of the oldest tourist attractions
in the world. You can find it here in Egypt.
Egypt's climate is hot and dry most of the year. During the winter months
of December, January and February - average daily temperatures stay
up around 68 degrees Fahrenheit.
Egypt's history and culture is one of the most famous and well known
in the world. Much of which is tied to the Nile river that runs through
the country. The river has been the source of economic, social, political
and religious life since the area was first settled. Stories of dynasties
and pharohs fill the history of Egypt. With pyramids, temples and many
other public works or art it will be hard for you not to notice this
countries rich past.
As for the culture of Egypt, both the life and lifestyle have changed
little in hundreds of years. Although Egypt is famous for belly dancing,
wiggling the body around is generally regarded as vulgar and a sign
of promiscuity. Many of the dancers at belly-dancing shows at the resorts
and tourist hotels are in fact European or American, because it's considered
improper for Arab women to behave so provocatively.
The main currency is the Egyptian pound. Egypt is terrific value. It
is possible to spend as little as US$10-15 a day if you're prepared
to stay in the cheapest hotels and hostels, eat local vendors' food,
limit yourself to one historic site a day and travel on packed third-class
trains. The major expense for the traveler in Egypt is transport and
site entry - the latter has taken some severe jumps in recent years.
Entry to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo will cost you around US$18 and
the newly opened Tomb of Nefertari near Luxor is a hefty US$60. Be aware
that traveler cheques are accepted almost everywhere so it is wise to
keep your currency varied to protect against pick pockets.
Remember to keep in mind of you have any questions while your there
to visit the tourism offices and they can give you up to date information.
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