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About Egypt
Population: 105 million
Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Nile River. 5,000+ years of civilization. World-class Red Sea diving. Best visited October–April.
Climate: Now ~28°CDesert, hot and dry (15–40°C)
When to visit Egypt
Best Season
10-4月
Average monthly temperatures. This month is highlighted.
Egypt Basic Info
| Capital | Cairo |
| Currency | Egyptian Pound (E£) EGP |
| Language | Arabic |
| Timezone | UTC+2.00 |
| Voltage | 220V Plug: C |
| Driving Side | Right-hand traffic |
| Visa | Visa on arrival |
Travel Preparation Guide
Area Map
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Where to go in Egypt? Pick your destination from popular regions.
Heritage & Landmarks
Memphis and its Necropolis - the Pyramid Fields from Giza to Dahshur
Nubian Monuments from Abu Simbel to Philae
Ancient Thebes with its Necropolis
Memphis and its Necropolis – the Pyramid Fields from Giza to Dahshur
Valley of the Kings
Great Sphinx of Giza
Philae Temple
Egyptian Museum
Temple of Karnak
Events & Festivals in Egypt
Cairo International Festival for Experimental Theatre
International Forum for Arts of the Gifted
Hurghada Youth Film Festival (Film Festival)
Cairo Food Week
Cairo International Film Festival (Film Festival)
Luxor African Film Festival (Film Festival)
El Gouna Film Festival (Film Festival)
Alexandria Mediterranean Countries Film Festival (Film Festival)
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Population: 105 million Climate: Desert, hot and dry (15–40°C) Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Nile River. 5,000+ years of civilization. World-class Red Sea diving. Best visited October–April.
The average temperature in Egypt in month 9 is about 28°C.
Egypt offers visa on arrival for many nationalities. You can obtain it at the airport immigration counter.
The official currency of Egypt is Egyptian Pound. Credit cards are widely accepted in major cities, but carry cash for smaller establishments.
Egypt is generally considered safe for tourists. Exercise normal precautions as you would in any destination.
The best time to visit Egypt is 10-4月.
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