Egypt

Geographical location: North Africa

Bordering countries: Libya, Sudan, Gaza Strip, and Israel

Landscape: Predominantly desert with fertile areas along the Nile River

Climate: Mostly hot and dry, occasional heat waves and sandstorms

Population: Over 100 million people

Capital city: Cairo

Other important cities: Alexandria, Giza, and Luxor

Language: Arabic

Religion: Predominantly Islam; notable Coptic Christian minority

Currency: Egyptian pound

Cuisine: Features vegetables, legumes, spices, and popular meats like chicken and lamb

Famous tourist attractions: Famous for ancient pyramids, Sphinx, and Valley of the Kings

Interesting historical facts: One of the world’s earliest civilizations, contributing to science, technology, and history; Cleopatra was the last pharaoh, one of the most powerful and influential women in history