Around 90 % of the population live in Egypt’s part of the Nile Basin and 50 % in the delta itself, which represents 40 million people (Fig. 1). The Nile Delta is densely populated which puts a lot of pressure on the natural resources that are provided by the Nile River ( Alnaggar, 2005).

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Generally, in Egypt, you should tip between 10 and 15%. If you are pleased with your time at the spa, tip closer to 15%. If you are not pleased tip closer to 10% or even a bit less.

In Egypt, drinking water from the tap is not recommended. Water treatment plants in and around Cairo heavily chlorinate the supply, so the water in the capital is relatively safe to drink. However, it is advisable everywhere else in Egypt to purchase bottled water or drink treated or purified water.

Also spelled koshari or kushari (those pesky transliterations from Arabic script!), it is widely considered Egypt’s national dish. Rice, lentils (black or brown), chickpeas and pasta are cooked individually, then tossed together and topped with cumin-scented tomato sauce and crunchy fried onions.

It is believed that Koshari originated in India and dates back to the time of British Colonization. The name “Koshari” is actually from the Hindu “khichri”, which refers to a dish of lentils and rice. When the British arrived in Egypt in the late 1800’s they brought this dish with them – it was inexpensive and filling.

Egypt is famous for its ancient civilization and some of the world’s most famous monuments, including the Giza pyramids, the Great Sphinx and the ancient temples of Luxor dating back thousands of years.

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10 compelling reasons to visit Egypt:

• Admire the Exotic Art and Culture of Egypt.
• Experience the Spirituality.
• Thrilling Desert Safaris.
• Top-notch Hotels, Resorts and Restaurants.
• Feel the Thrill while Sailing on the River Nile.
• Stunning Beaches of Egypt.
• Search for Treasure while Shopping in Khan-el-Khalili.

Top 10 Facts About Ancient Egypt!

• They lived along the River Nile.
• Pyramids and tombs were used for Pharaohs.
• They preserved bodies.
• 130 pyramids?!
• Mouldy bread medicine.
• Egyptian men and women wore make up.
• Egyptians invented a lot of the things we use today.
• Cats were very special in ancient Egypt.

Fun Facts about Ancient Egypt

• Egyptian men and women wore makeup.
• They used moldy bread to help with infections.
• They were one of the first civilizations to invent writing.
• The Ancient Egyptians were scientists and mathematicians.
• Ancient Egypt plays a major role in the Bible.
• The Pharaoh kept his hair covered.