Egypt
Arab Republic of Egypt
People: Egyptian
Egypt is home to the last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza, and the life-giving River Nile. Egypt is located in Northern Africa and has a population of around 107.3 million. Its capital city is Cairo, and the most widely spoken official language is Arabic.
Egypt — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Arab Republic of Egypt |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Cairo |
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Northern Africa |
| Population | 107,271,260 |
| Area | 1,002,450 km² |
| Currency | Egyptian pound (EGP) £ |
| Official Language | Arabic |
| Dialling Code | +20 |
| Internet TLD | .eg |
| Timezone | UTC+02:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 122 (police) / 123 (ambulance) |
| ISO Code | EG / EGY |
| Borders | Israel, Libya, Palestine, Sudan |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Egypt
What is the capital of Egypt?
The capital of Egypt is Cairo.
What currency does Egypt use?
Egypt uses the Egyptian pound (EGP, symbol: £).
What language do they speak in Egypt?
The official language of Egypt is Arabic.
What is the dialling code for Egypt?
The international dialling code for Egypt is +20.
What side of the road does Egypt drive on?
Egypt drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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