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__Egypt__ = Location; = =Egypt is a country in the Northern Hemisphere. It is in the continent of Africa and is connected to Asia.The Capital of Egypt is Cairo.=



[|All about Egypt] = Population = = The population of Egypt is 82,999,393 = = Wow! That's a lot! =

= = = This is the Egyptian Flag! =

= This is an example of some Egyptian Coins =

[[image:http://0.tqn.com/d/coins/1/7/6/3/-/-/Egypt_money_coins.jpg width="430" height="158" caption="Egyptian Money - Egypt Coins"]]In Egypt they call their money Pounds
= Languages =

- Arabic
Religions ====The most popular religion in Egypt is Islam and it is now called the state religion, 90% of the population are Muslim with 8 - 10% Christians. There are also other religions practised such as Greek and Syrian Orthodox.====

Some of the main attractions in Egypt are the Pyramids, Sphinx and the temple of Luxor.
====The Pyramids are very popular but the most popular one is the pyramid of Giza. It is today known as a monument of the world. It is the largest of the 3 pyramids.It is believed that it was built as a tomb for Pharaoh Khufu in the fourth dynasty.====

====The sphinx is known as a mythical creature with a lions body and a human head. In Egypt there is a big statue of the sphinx. This statue is shown as a man but in Greek tradition is is shown as a woman. It is said that those who can not solve the riddle of the sphinx will be eaten by it!====



====On the east bank of the Nile lies the magnificent Luxor Temple which was dedicated to the great god A mun-Re. The earliest parts of the temple date back to 14th Century BC ( the 18th dynasty). While at Luxor many people also tend to visit the Nile river. The Nile is said to be the largest river in the world. It is also Egypt's water supply. ====



There are many things that make up Egypt's Culture and Lifestyle. Here are a few of the main things:
__ Arts __ ====Many arts that are found in caves, uncharted places and Egyptian temples that date back thousands of Centuries to Ancient Egypt. Much of Egyptian culture originates from Ancient Egypt which is shown by art known as hieroglyphics.====



__Education__ ====Education in Egypt was controlled by the Ulama and the Clergy before the nineteenth century. It was during the british rule that Egypt set up their first university. Education in Egypt has provided skilled Labour to the country.====



__ Food and Drink __ ==== Egyptian food varies to wealth of that family or person. A rich Egyptian will have 5 meals a day mostly made up of fatty ingredients. However a poor Egyptian will have 3 meals a day and surprisingly have a healthier diet. ====

__Daily Life__ ====In the Egyptian family the father was responsible for providing for his family. The mother stayed home and raised the children.The Egyptians wore very simple clothing. The clothes were made of linen. Most families had pets. Cats were a favourite.The doctors in Egyptian culture lived in the temple called the House of Life. The doctor would examine patients and chant magical spells. Doctors in Ancient Egypt were skilled and could even perform brain surgery. They also created medicines from plants.Peasant boys married by the age of 15. Girls were only 12 when they married. Girls from more wealthy families married a little older. Many marriages were arranged by parents. The life expectancy of an Egyptian was only around age 40.Egyptian homes were made from bricks. Wealthy families built single level homes surrounded by gardens full of trees and flowers. They even had small lakes or ponds in their gardens.====

How is Egypt Globally Connected?
====Egypt imports a wide variety of goods, especially capital goods. Egypt's main export partners are the European Union, Italy, the United Kingdom, Germany and the United States. Egypt is also globally connected by travel, Global organisations, and sports eg. Olympics, World Cup.====