- Official name
- Arab Republic of Egypt جمهورية مصر العربية · Arabic
- Capital
- Cairo
- Region
- Northern Africa
- Population (2018 est.)
- ≈ 98 million
- Area
- 1,002,450 km²
- Currency
- Egyptian pound (EGP)
- Neighbours
- Israel, Libya, Palestine, Sudan
- Internet / phone
- .eg, .مصر · +20
Where it is
Notable facts
- The Great Pyramid of Giza was the tallest structure made by humans for about 3,800 years.
- The Nile is the longest river in Africa, and around 95% of Egyptians live along its banks and delta.
- The Suez Canal, opened in 1869, carries roughly 12% of world trade.
- Egypt spans two continents: the Sinai Peninsula lies in Asia.
World Heritage 7 sites
National dish
Kushariكشري Rice, lentils and macaroni layered with tomato sauce, chickpeas, fried onion and a garlic-vinegar dressing.
Ful medames, slow-cooked fava beans, is what Egypt eats for breakfast and is claimed as often.