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Egypt cicc talk
- 1. Welcome to Egypt 28April 2020
- 2. Where is theEgypt? 1. Location: Northern Africa, bordering the Mediterranean Sea, between Libya and the Gaza Strip 2. Total area - 1,001,450 sq, 3. population: 100 million 4. Capital: Cairo 5. Nile – the father of rivers Herodotus, a Greek historian, nicknamed the region "the Gift of River Nile" because Ancient Egypt owed its survival to the Nile.
- 3. • Egypt, acountry linking northeast Africa with the Middle East, dates to the time of the pharaohs. • Millennia-old monuments sit along the fertile Nile River Valley, including Giza's Pyramids and Great Sphinx as well as Luxor's Karnak Temple and Valley of the Kings tombs. • The capital, Cairo, is home to Ottoman landmarks like Muhammad Ali Mosque and the Egyptian Museum, a trove of antiquities. President: Abdel Fattah el-Sisi Capital: Cairo Population: 97.55 million (2017) World Bank Currency: Egyptian pound Official language: Modern Standard Arabic • Egypt is predominantly Muslim, with Muslims comprising about 85-90% of the population. • Most of the non-Muslims in Egypt are Christians
- 4. The flooding ofthe Nile River brought fertile soil to Egypt. •Egypt’s best farmland is located in the Nile Delta. •Besides the Nile River, the Mediterranean Sea in the north and the Sahara Desert on either side of Egypt provided a natural barrier to protect Egypt from invasions. •The Nile river was a “gift” to Egypt because it provided fertile soil to allow for good farming and also provided water for drinking, food, and transportation. Importance of the Nile River
- 5. Pharaohs And AncientEgypt • Egyptian kings = pharaohs • The Egyptians viewed their pharaohs the same as the gods • KINGS WERE GODS • Stood as center of religion as well as government and army • Type of Government = Theocracy
- 6. Pyramids of Giza •The last surviving of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza are one of the world's most recognizable landmarks. • Built as tombs for the mighty Pharaohs and guarded by the enigmatic Sphinx, Giza's pyramid complex has awed travelers down through the ages and had archaeologists (and a fair few conspiracy theorists) scratching their heads over how they were built for centuries. • Today, these memorials to dead kings are still as wondrous a sight as they ever were. An undeniable highlight of any Egypt trip, Giza's pyramids should not be missed.
- 7. • Plenty ofsmiles and waves wherever you went. Egyptians may just be the most welcoming people on earth.
- 8. Riding a camelis touristy Touristy but fun- The ‘Egyptian Taxi’ is everywhere. By the pyramids amazing view of the pyramids from Mena House Hotel
- 11. Mosque of MuhammadAli Magical Architecture Of The Mosque Of Muhammad Ali Pasha
- 12. Al muizz StreetCairo | Islamic Cairo | Old Cairo
- 13. Today, Al-Muizz Streetstill displays the greatest density of significant Islamic monuments anywhere in the world to this day.
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- 17. Khan El KhaliliBazaar
- 18. The Egyptian Museumis VAST (and well guarded). A small taste of the treasures pulled from King Tut’s tomb
- 19. Meeting King Tutface to face
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- 21. Smoking shisha bythe Nile in Cairo, Egypt looks modern in this shot amazing views and experience at the Nile Cruises
- 22. The magical NileRiver, enjoy an unforgettable tour with a felucca and discover the greatest history and civilization on earth and the beauty of the longest river in the world The Sakkara step pyramid, an outstanding place
- 23. Khan Al KhaliliSouq, Old Cairo Manial Palace, Cairo
- 25. • Luxor :City in Egypt • Luxor is a city on the east bank of the Nile River in southern Egypt. • Famed for the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, and the Memorial Temple of Hatshepsut, the Nile-side town of Luxor in Upper Egypt has a glut of tourist attractions. This is ancient Thebes, power base of the New Kingdom pharaohs, and home to more sights than most can see on one visit. Karnak Temple
- 27. The Nile isa fantastic place to watch the sunset from Luxor.
- 28. Karnak Temple &Valley of Kings tombs
- 31. Valley of thekings, luxor, amazing royal tombs Valley of the kings, amazing tombs to discover and to touch the royalty of ancient Egypt
- 32. One of theluxury hotels in Luxor by the Nile with excellent service and amazing views on the Nile
- 33. Al Azhar mosque,more than 1000 year of history, has the oldest university in the world Coptic Cairo, the quiet home to some of the oldest churches in the history of Christianity
- 35. • Egypt's mosttranquil town is Aswan, Take the river ferry across to Elephantine Island and stroll the colorful streets of the Nubian villages. Ride a camel to the desert monastery of St. Simeon on the East Bank. • Or just drink endless cups of tea on one of the riverboat restaurants • There are plenty of historic sites here and numerous temples nearby, but one of Aswan's most popular things to do is simply kicking back and watching the river life go by. Nile at Aswan
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- 40. Amazing Nubian Houses,Aswan What a fascinating view on the Nile Sofitel Nile El Gezira, Cairo
- 41. The huge templeof Isis, Aswan Abu Simbel temple of king Ramses II, Aswan
- 42. Amazing columns ofthe ancient Egyptian temple of Khnum in Esna
- 44. Alexandria • The mostEuropean of Egypt's cities, Alexandria has a history that not many others can match. • Founded by Alexander the Great, home of Cleopatra, and razzmatazz renegade city of the Mediterranean for much of its life, this seaside city has an appealing days-gone-by atmosphere that can't be beaten. • Although today, there are few historic remnants of its illustrious past — feted in songs and books — this is a place made for aimless strolling along the seashore Corniche, café-hopping, and souk shopping.
- 45. Stanley Bridge abridge in Stanley, Alexandria, Egypt · Stanley Bridge Alexandria is a 400 meter-long proudly standing Egyptian modern monument. In fact, Stanley Bridge Alexandria has four towers. Stanley bridge is one of the most romantic locations in the city
- 47. The Citadel ofQaitbay is a 15th-century defensive fortress located on the Mediterranean sea coast, in Alexandria, Egypt
- 49. Sharm el-Sheikh • Sharmel-Sheikh is the Sinai Peninsula's major tourism center and one of the world's top diving destinations. • It was the underwater wonders of the Red Sea • particularly the waters of the Ras Mohammed Marine Park just south of town — that put "Sharm" center-stage in the first place, and the diving. • snorkeling on offer here continue to attract flocks of diving enthusiasts each year. • This is also one of Egypt's best destinations if you just want to chill out on the beach, and it's a particular favorite for family-friendly holidays due to the excellent facilities on offer
- 50. Saint Catherine's Monastery TheSinai Peninsula's top historical destination, St. Catherine's Monastery sits at the foot of Mt. Sinai, where Moses is said to have received the Ten Commandments. Ras Mohammed National Park is what put Sharm el-Sheikh on the tourist map. Surrounded by some of the world's most incredible dive sites
- 51. The Beautiful gateof Ras Muhammed amazing spot on the Red Sea, South Sinai Mahmeya Beach at Hurghada One of the best beaches in the world
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- 53. One of thebeautiful beaches on the Red Sea The unique white desert, Farafra Oasis, western deser Egypt
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- 55. Dahab, Why NotGallery
- 56. Sahl Hasheesh, a stylishand wonderful resort by the Red Sea, Hurghada
- 57. Unique view fromDahab, South Sinai The magnificent Al Sahaba Mosque in Sharm El Sheikh
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- 60. Faiyum: One ofEgypt’s Most Overlooked Travel Destinations WADI EL RAYAN FAYOUM Fayoum's Magic Lake
- 62. Tunis village FayoumEgypt
- 65. Egyptian food isunique and delicious
- 84. • How isKorean culture similar or not similar to Egypt culture? • What do you like about Egypt? • What do you not like about Egypt? • Would you like to visit Egypt?