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About Egypt:
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From desert
landscapes and dry, rugged mountains that reach to the
sea,dusty cities full of exotic sounds and smells, and green strips of
agricultural land snaking along the banks of the Nile, Egypt has
something to
offer all travellers from all walks of life. Spectacular diving in the
Red Sea;
unique desert experiences, whether on the back of a camel to Mount Sinai
or
on a jeep safari to the inner oases; the colour and chaos of Cairo and
its
markets; and felucca cruises on the Nile River are just some of the
exotic
attractions awaiting visitors. Egypt promises an unforgettable experience
of
history and relaxation - a mixture of discovery and pleasure. |
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Capital: |
Cairo
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Currency: |
The unit of
currency is the Egyptian Pound (EGP), which is
divided into 100 piastres
(1 GBP =
10.812
EGP
at April 08) |
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Flights: |
Flying time:
5 hours
Direct flights to Cairo from London take around five hours.
Cheap flights to Cairo are possible if booking in advance
and outside the busiest holiday seasons |
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Health: |
Best to have
medical insurance for visits to Egypt. Immunisation
against Typhoid, Hepatitis A and polio immunisation is
recommended. |
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Average property prices: |
One bed
apartment ..........
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Three bed Villa ................
Four bed Villa .................. |
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Climate: |
The days are
usually warm or hot, and nights are cool. Egypt has only two
seasons: a mild winter from November to April and a hot
summer from May to October. The only differences between the
seasons are variations in daytime temperatures and changes
in prevailing winds. In the coastal regions, temperatures
range between an average minimum of 14° C in winter and an
average maximum of 30° C in summer. |
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Visa: |
All
travellers, except citizens of Malta and Arab countries,
have to have a visa to visit Egypt.
It is possible obtain an entry visa at any of the Major
Ports of Entry |
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Language: |
Arabic is the
official language although English and French are widely
spoken, especially in the tourist areas.
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