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The document provides key facts about Egypt, including its geography bordering the Mediterranean Sea, Red Sea, and countries like Israel and Sudan. It discusses Egypt's long history as a cradle of civilization along the Nile River dating back thousands of years, as well as its significance in Christianity and adoption of Islam. Egypt became part of the Ottoman Empire in 1517 and is now a multiparty republic.

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The document provides key facts about Egypt, including its geography bordering the Mediterranean Sea, Red Sea, and countries like Israel and Sudan. It discusses Egypt's long history as a cradle of civilization along the Nile River dating back thousands of years, as well as its significance in Christianity and adoption of Islam. Egypt became part of the Ottoman Empire in 1517 and is now a multiparty republic.

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Egypt, officially known as the Arab Republic of Egypt, is a transcontinental


country spanning the northeast corner of Africa and the Sinai Peninsula in the
southwest corner of Asia. Here are some key facts about Egypt:
- Geography and Borders:
- Egypt is bordered by:
- The Mediterranean Sea to the north.
- The Gaza Strip (Palestine) and Israel to the northeast.
- The Red Sea to the east.
- Sudan to the south.
- Libya to the west.
- The Gulf of Aqaba separates Egypt from Jordan and Saudi Arabia in the
northeast.
- Cairo is the capital and largest city, while Alexandria serves as an
important industrial and tourist hub along the Mediterranean coast.
- With approximately 100 million inhabitants, Egypt ranks as the 14th-most
populated country globally and the third-most populated in Africa.
- Historical Significance:
- Egypt boasts one of the longest histories of any nation, tracing its heritage
along the Nile Delta back to the 6th–4th millennia BCE.
- Considered a cradle of civilization, Ancient Egypt witnessed early
developments in writing, agriculture, urbanization, organized religion, and central
government.
- It was an important center of Christianity before largely adopting Islam in
the seventh century.
- Cairo served as the capital of the Fatimid Caliphate in the tenth century and
the Mamluk Sultanate in the 13th century.
- Nile River and Civilization:
- Egypt's heartland lies in the Nile River valley and delta.
- The Nile, with its annual inundation, shaped Egyptian life for millennia.
- Ancient Egypt thrived through native dynasties interspersed with brief
periods of foreign rule.
- It witnessed developments in writing, agriculture, and organized religion.
- Modern Egypt:
- Egypt became part of the Ottoman Empire in 1517.
- Local ruler Muhammad Ali established it as an autonomous Khedivate in 1867.
- Today, Egypt remains a multiparty republic with a rich cultural heritage and
a vibrant population.
For more detailed information, you can explore the Britannica article on Egypt. 🌍🇪
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