Seven Things You Didn't Know About Egypt. Read This Article Now!
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Officially, Egypt is known as the Arab Republic of Egypt.
Egypt is a transcontinental country that spans the southwest corner of Asia and the northeast corner of Africa by means of a land bridge that is formed by the Sinai Peninsula. It is a Mediterranean country on the northeast of which lies Israel and Gaza. It has a land area of 3.89 million sq mi (1.01 million sq km).
To Egypt's east lies the Red sea and the Gulf of Aqaba. To the south lies Sudan, and to the west lies Libya. Jordan lies by the Gulf of Aqaba. Saudi Arabia lies across the Red sea.
The national language of Egypt is Arabic. The capital of the country is Cairo. Egypt is the land of mummies and pyramids. Various movies have been based on the history of Egypt.
The slavery system of Egypt was taken into account while making various films. Books have been written on these stories, and archaeological departments have conducted research about the pyramids to learn about the life of Pharaohs and their beliefs about the afterlife. The currency used there is the Egyptian pound.
The history of Egypt dates back to the Nile Delta around the third millennium BC. Egypt is the land of various monuments like the Valley of Kings, the Great Sphinx, and many more. Ancient Egypt was initially a Christian country, but it became Muslim in the seventh century. After the revolution of 1952, Egypt declared itself a republic country.
Egypt was merged with Syria in 1958, resulting in the formation of modern-day Egypt. Read on to find out more interesting facts about Egypt, the Ottoman Turks, Egypt's personal freedom, foreign embassies, the Hittite empire, social and political uncertainties, history's earliest peace treaties, and more about the most populous country.
After reading about modern Egypt, ancient Egypt, and the Mediterranean sea, be sure to check out our facts about Cuba and facts about Canada.
Interesting Facts About Egypt
The Egyptian civilization has always been regarded as extremely progressive in many ways. One such field was that of medical science.
Ancient Egypt produced the first prosthetic limb in the world somewhere between 950 BC to 710 BC. This prosthetic limb included a toe made of leather along with wood and thread.
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Egypt gave birth to the oldest civilization in the world. Even today, Egypt is one of the most populated countries in Africa. Egypt's population was more than 92 million in 2016. It is the third most populous country in Africa, followed by Nigeria and Ethiopia.
The Nile River in Egypt is quite famous and is the center of many economic activities in the entire continent. The Nile is also the longest river in the world and is widely regarded as the lifeline of Africa.
Based on ethnicity, it is a homogeneous country, as Egyptians occupy 99% of the entire population. The dominant religion is Islam, and it is the Sunni Muslims who occupy about 90% of the entire population.
Queen Cleopatra VII of Egypt is one of the most famous historical figures from Egypt, along with Tutankhamen, popularly known as King Tut. One of the most powerful leaders of Egypt was Ramses II.
Fun Facts About Egypt
Egypt is one of the most well-known countries in Africa and hosts travelers from across the world who wish to enjoy its many attractions. Here are some extremely enjoyable fun facts about Egypt, which you will certainly enjoy!
The Egyptians lived along the Nile River and used to obtain water for cultivation from it. The Nile River also served as an important source of transportation for Egyptians.
Egyptians believed in the afterlife and therefore buried their Pharaohs with gold and essential items that could be useful in the afterlife. One of their important customs was to preserve bodies and mummify them.
Egyptian women enjoyed a lot of rights and liberties. They might have been viewed as inferior to men, but Egyptian women enjoyed a lot of financial and legal independence. They were allowed to engage in the sale or purchase of property, serve as jury members and make wills. Without any stigma, they could also divorce their husband.
Ancient Egypt produced one of the earliest peace treaties in the history of humanity. The Kadesh Peace Treaty was signed between the Ancient Egyptian Kingdom and the Hittite Empire in 1259 BC.
A copy of this treaty has been shared by the Government of Turkey with the United Nations. A copy of the treaty is available for inspection along the entrance of the Security Council chambers.
Facts About Ancient Egyptian Pyramids
If you are planning a trip to the ancient Egyptian Pyramids, then these fun facts about the pyramids will certainly intrigue you.
The ancient Egyptian pyramids were home to the bodies of Pharaohs. The pyramids protected these bodies and kept them as mummies along with food and money to help them after resurrection.
The Egyptians kept a slave inside the pyramids along with the mummies in order to help their masters. The slaves did many jobs, such as being scribes, gardeners, servants, and farmers. They also became musicians and dancers. It is believed that slaves lived in mud-brick houses.
The pyramids in Egypt are widely regarded as one of the seven wonders of the world. The Great Pyramid of Giza is a defining symbol of Egypt and the last of the ancient Seven Wonders of the World.
Facts About Modern Egypt
Some facts about modern-day Egypt are that slavery has not only been abolished in Egypt but in every country.
It is a dry country, and most parts of Egypt are deserts. The country experiences little rainfall.
The deserts of Egypt are divided into two categories. The Libyan desert is quite large and is known as the western desert, and the Arabian desert is known as the eastern desert. Almost 96% of the country is desert.
Egypt is a favorite among historians and archaeologists who conduct research and find out about the rich history of the oldest civilization in the world.
Facts About Food In Egypt
Egypt is known for its pyramids, but what about Egyptian food? Here are some food facts about Egypt that you will enjoy.
Falafel is the traditional food of Egypt. It consists of chickpeas and fried fava beans.
Another dish with fava beans is the slow-cooked Ful Medames.
Shakshuka is another dish served as a breakfast item. It contains eggs served with sauce.
Rumi cheese is popular in Egypt and is served at breakfast.
Baladi is Egyptian bread and is quite popular there.
Egyptians love to eat yogurt served with garlic and cucumber as a snack, which is quite healthy. One of the desserts is Tahini Halva, which is made with sesame seed paste or blocks of sugar mixed with butter.
Facts About Egypt In The Bible
Did you know that Egypt is mentioned a lot in the Bible? Below are some facts about Egypt in the Bible!
Egypt has been mentioned a number of times in the Holy Bible in Hebrew and in the New Testament. The Egyptians are an important part of the stories of Israelites.
Slavery in Egypt has been described quite extensively in the book of Genesis. It is said that the Israelites were slaves for 400 years.
The Hebrew Bible pointed out that a number of people from Israel took shelter in Egypt to flee from troubled times.
The wife of Abraham, Sarah, had given Hagar to her husband. She is mentioned in the Holy Bible. She was an Egyptian handmaiden.
Did You Know...
The official language of Egypt is Modern Standard Arabic. Egypt's capital is called Cairo, and it is the capital of the world's 14th most populous nation The largest city in Egypt is Aswan.
Some of the monuments that the country's population is proud of are the Suez canal, historic Cairo, the Sahara desert, and many more. The Egyptians invented the great pyramid around the Mediterranean region in ancient times. It has been given the status of one of the Seven Wonders of the World now.
One of their good luck charms was the gold amulet, Nefer. It ensured happiness in the afterlife, a belief held by the ancient Egyptians in the ancient world.
The Great Pyramid of Giza is a symbol that helps people to connect the Arab country of Egypt to the world. The Nile Valley made ancient Egypt rich because of arable land.
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