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Egypt (pronounced /'i?d??pt/&_160;( listen); Arabic ???? Mi?r, pronounced&_160;[mis??]&_160; ( listen); Egyptian Arabic ??? Ma?r ['m?s??]; Coptic ????, kimi; Egyptian Kemet), officially the Arab Republic of Egypt, is a country mainly in North Africa, with the Sinai Peninsula forming a land bridge in Southwest Asia. Thereby, Egypt is a transcontinental country, and is considered to be a major power in North Africa, Mediterranean Region, African continent, Nile Basin, Islamic World and the Red Sea. Covering an area of about 1,010,000&_160;square kilometers (390,000&_160;sq&_160;mi), Egypt is bordered by the Mediterranean Sea to the north, the Gaza Strip and Israel to the northeast, the Red Sea to the east, Sudan to the south and Libya to the west.

Egypt is one of the most populous countries in Africa and the Middle East. The great majority of its estimated 77.4 million^[1] live near the banks of the Nile River, in an area of about 40,000&_160;square kilometers (15,000&_160;sq&_160;mi), where the only arable agricultural land is found. The large areas of the Sahara Desert are sparsely inhabited. About half of Egypt's residents live in urban areas, with the majority spread across the densely populated centres of greater Cairo, Alexandria and other major cities in the Nile Delta.

Egypt is famous for its ancient civilization and some of the world's most famous monuments, including the Giza pyramid complex and its Great Sphinx. The southern city of Luxor contains numerous ancient artifacts, such as the Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings. Egypt is widely regarded as an important political and cultural nation of the Middle East.

Egypt possesses one of the most developed and diversified economies in the Middle East, with sectors such as tourism, agriculture, industry and service at almost equal rates in national production.^{[citation needed]} Consequently, the Egyptian economy is rapidly developing, due in part to legislation aimed at luring investments, coupled with both internal and political stability, along with recent trade and market liberalization.

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1. Online Embroidery Designs and Services March 21, 2010 Embroidery as an art form has had lots of notable works throught the world and in various different various cultures throught history. Embroidery has been found throughout the ages from countries like Egypt, India, Persia and China to name but a few. Contemporary embroidery has come very far from since its early formative years. The new age of emergence to machine embroidery has led to many opportunities like the possibility of huge business in the field of embroidery. Nowadays computerised designs have enabled machines to stitch mass produced embroidery designs on numerous different fa... (read more) Author: Richards Clark

2. Collecting Evil Eye Jewelry Today March 19, 2010 Amulets and talismans are worn for protection and the appearance of these evil eye charms will vary according to culture. Some designs are very simplistic and may include red thread, cords or horseshoes. As discussed, some amulets take the form of a hand along with a representative blue eye. This is common today in lands like Greece and Turkey. Turkish women are fond of eye jewelry, and sterling silver evil eye charms. Not only are they available in blue colors, but they also come in much more fashionable Turkish evil eye designs. In Egypt one might expect to find amulets made of various ... (read more) Author: Jonathan Globerson

3. Hotels in Pakistan March 19, 2010 A quality website offering the best hotels worldwide including UK, USA, Asia, Europe, Africa and many more destinations at affordable prices. All information on our website. . The On-Line Travel Service of our Agency is your resource for Discount Hotels, Discount Car Rentals, Discount Airline Tickets, Discounted Tours, Last Minute Getaway Deals and Fun Attractions to See and Do. We specialize in Airport Transfers, Car Rentals, Tours and Excursions, Visa Assistance, Air Ticketing and Holiday Packages with up to 76% discount on published rates for price sensitive travelers. We offer some of the ... (read more) Author: abhishek sinha

4. This is what persistence can do for you March 17, 2010 If you ever spend a holiday in Egypt, don't forget to visit the place where the barrack of archaeologist Howard Carter used to stand one century ago. When you inquire about the exact location, your guide will point at a promontory in the sand, a small elevation in the Egyptian desert that looks no different from the other dunes. Tourists who visit the place stand still, examine the spot, and look around, wondering if the guide is telling them truth. Those visitors are actually not interested in looking at the desert. What has brought them there is the story of Howard Carter, a man who, th... (read more) Author: John Vespasian

5. The Romance of the Red Sea. March 10, 2010 Thoughts of Egypt's Red Sea region conjure up magical images of red hued mountains, satin smooth drifting sands, the melodic call to prayer and romantic Arabian nights. Close your eyes and you’re almost there. Luxurious hotels provide young couples with a chance to experience a relaxing hideaway in an exotic location. Whether you visit up and coming Taba Heights, heavenly Hurghada, charming Sharm or magical Marsa Alam, there has to be a Red Sea destination especially for you. Many tourists come here for the superb dive and snorkelling facilities and the opportunity to explore t... (read more) Author: Yvonne Dawson

6. Classic English Literature March 10, 2010 Every good writer is just but like a gambler, who instinctively, knows when, where and whom to strike in a game of cards. And for this reason, it also the prerogative of writers in general to know the time and seasons, this is due to the fact separating the writer from his work could prove to be a tantalizing task. Think of poets, think of fiction writers, think of essayist, the bottom line is writing. Therefore, writing is more of lifestyle, than a way of life, from as earl as 15th century, myriad of writers sprouted across civilized entities such as Mesepotamia,ancient Egypt as well as Roma... (read more) Author: linda nyambura

7. Egypt: More than Just a Desert March 07, 2010 Egypt has earned a reputation for being a boring, lifeless desert. During the olden days, it was considered a gloomy and an uninteresting place. Today, Egypt has bloomed and flourished and has become one of the most sought after destinations. Cancellation holidays are being looked forward to and are always a treat. The rich history and culture of Egypt makes it more appealing and somewhat mysterious. The architecture is amazing! Ancient pyramids and the Great Sphinx of Giza are still very much in existence. How's the Weather? More and more people are finding out how fabulous modern E... (read more) Author: Dusty Baldwin

8. How Church Robes Were First Used March 07, 2010 The origin of church robes is quite difficult to ascertain. Although it has been used for a long time, it's difficult to go ahead and pinpoint the exact time that it came about.History of Church RobesFor example, robes, particularly choir robes were first represented in Egypt around 2700 BC. Even if there were no actual signs that indicated formal church robes were used, there was a picture that depicted a choir at the time of Ancient Egypt.However, during the Ancient Greek and Roman era came better proof of the existence of the church robe. It was at this time that the Greek chorus was formed... (read more) Author: Samuel Berger

9. Psychology and how it affects your life March 05, 2010 Psychology is a scientific inquiry of the human mind and its processes. The way the human mind behaves has long been a subject of wonder for ancient teachers, that this study can be traced back to as early as the ancient civilizations such as China, Egypt, Persia and Greece. From its very beginnings it has progressed into a very much accepted science today. A person who is practicing psychology or is a practitioner or a researcher bares the title most of us are very fond of, psychologist. Some of the issues that are under the scientific duty of psychologists are personality, behavior and ... (read more) Author: Luz Braun

10. Identity Theft Crimes - It's In The Mail March 05, 2010 Recently law enforcement officials in the United States and Egypt cracked a sophisticated identity theft ring that used phishing to steal close to two million dollars from Wells Fargo and Bank of America Customers. This comes on the heels of another international ring that reported stole forty million credit and debit cards from numerous high profile companies. This type of news would easily give you the impression that the internet is the playground for identity thieves. While you definitely have to watch yourself in cyberspace from pharming and phishing scams still are no match for iden... (read more) Author: Daryl Campbell

11. Why Engage on Body Modification March 05, 2010 The concept of body tattoos and piercing symbolize many different things in various cultures and is considered as one of the earliest form of art. This unique body modifications which are done by driving ink under the skin with sharp implements such needles or the creation of an opening in the body for the purpose of inserting jewelry or other decoration were in fact practiced in ancient Egypt. According to experts, these arts were used to depict a particular culture or tribe to show the world that one belongs to a certain clan or tribe. The art of body tattoo and piercing have come a long way... (read more) Author: Denise Hudson

12. Tours Of Two Very Different Rivers By Boat March 05, 2010 If you are yet to experience river cruising then you are definitely missing out on some grand adventures. River cruising is such a relaxed way of discovering new destinations. Two very distinct rivers to explore are the Mississippi in the USA and the Nile in Egypt. Huckleberry Finn knew a thing or two about river cruising, albeit from a raft rather than a boat, possibly because Huck's creator Mark Twain, was in fact a riverboat captain. The Mississippi is synonymous with a particular style of riverboat due mainly to the shallowness of the waters. The boats with either ... (read more) Author: Anne Bain

13. Capello has plenty of questions to answer March 05, 2010 It's time of year domestic football managers must hate - the start of pre-World Cup friendlies. Although their international counterparts will view such games as a vital part of their preparation for the world's biggest football tournament, those who are fighting for league and cup honours merely view them as a chance for key players to pick up injuries. That said, you can understand why Fabio Capello would have been so keen for his boys to play Egypt. Not only will his side face one of the best teams not to qualify for the Football World Cup - after all Egypt one this year's African Cup ... (read more) Author: Jeff Thompson

14. Reasons To Get And Collect Certified And Graded Gold Coins March 02, 2010 At times of economic turmoil or political uncertainty, numerous individuals convert a portion of the wealth into gold. Coin collecting has become a single of the most well-liked hobbies in the US. Precious metals like silver not only make for elegant jewelry, they can also alllow for a great investment.Coin collecting have been dated back to ancient Egypt, proof that individuals have hoarded the currency pieces since they've been minted. Naval Challenge Cash are non-monetary commemorative tokens, representing group spirit and camaraderie. The study and collection of cash is called numisma... (read more) Author: Louis Simons

15. Holiday in Egypt Offers a Very Unique Experience March 02, 2010 Egypt has attracted visitors for many years, centuries because of its unique treasures from the amazing archaeological treasures to those iconic pyramids. However there are many other reasons to holiday in Egypt from experiencing the vibrant culture and beautiful scenery. Here is a guide to the Egypt highlights of Egypt. Egypt's world wonder The last surviving world wonder is the pyramids at Giza. This will be on everyone's lists, a truly magnificent and engaging item. It's hard to describe until you've been there and seen it for yourself but once you have you'll understand. It is r... (read more) Author: Danny Jones

16. CTG Healthcare Group: Finding Perfection in Turkey March 02, 2010 Summary: CTG Healthcare Group, located in Izmir, Turkey, is the place to go for a variety of health care needs including but not limited to cosmetic surgery, orthopedics and obesity treatments. CTG Healthcare Group, located in Izmir, Turkey, is the place to go for a variety of health care needs including but not limited to cosmetic surgery, orthopedics and obesity treatments. A leading healthcare group, CTG Healthcare Group is known for its high quality yet affordable medical services and treatment of both Turkish residents and international travelers. Treatments Offered CTG offers... (read more) Author: David Johnson

17. Patchwork Quilting: Expressions of Creativity March 02, 2010 Patchwork and quilting has come off from the era of 14th century when it was considered as more of a need. In ancient Egypt, Greek and Roman civilizations, patchwork was considered to patch up bits and pieces of cloths together to make cover sheets for bed, curtains or to repair a torn or worn out dress. Patchwork and quilting, though, from similar backdrops of history relate in terms of providing comfort. Quilting was used as protective cast under armor for warriors and in 18th century quilting was used to make coats and bonnets whereas patchwork was seen more as necessity. The combinat... (read more) Author: John Marcova

18. Food and Diet of the Ancient Egyptians March 01, 2010 In ancient Egypt, it was rare that citizens were forced to go without food. Egyptians were very much dependent on the yearly flooding of the Nile to produce a fertile land in which famine was rare. Scenes of raising livestock were a a popular subject of art on Egyptian walls and tombs. Also popular are scenes of fisherman, fishing and other art that demonstrates the preparation of fish for eating along with foul being prepared for meals. Scenes reflecting the preparation of food were common place in Egyptian art and a popular subject. However, banquets and feasts were common amongst th... (read more) Author: Vance Lassiter

19. How to Collect, Care For, And Present Perfume Bottles February 26, 2010 Collecting antique fragrance bottles could be easy or complex. Regardless if you are fancyful or determined during your search, it certainly is entertaining.Collecting and displaying vintage scent bottles is definitely an interesting activity. There are lots of forms, designs, sizes and shades of bottles only ready to be discovered. Now why don't we get going!The very first acknowledged perfume storage containers had been obtained in Egypt. They were not cut from glass but instead were designed from piece of rock materials. Glass perfume bottles made an appearance approximately the fifteenth c... (read more) Author: Dan Smith

20. Take Advantage of Out of Season Holiday Opportunities With Egypt Hotels February 26, 2010 Out of season travelling is a great way to enjoy the unique attractions of a country without some of the extra annoyances that are often experienced in high tourist season. Some destinations are more suited to this approach than others, of course, and Egypt is a prime example. Its good climate and year round attractions make it an excellent target for off peak holidaymakers. Peak season runs from mid-October to mid-May, when prices tend to be higher. By travelling in the summer and early autumn, however, you can experience the best of Egypt without all the noise and high prices. Egypt hotels w... (read more) Author: Kate Taylor

21. Kohl - Its importance in Middle Eastern culture February 26, 2010 Kohl, which is also known as al-kahl/al-kohl, kuhl, katuka, kajal and sirma or surma, is a traditional eye cosmetic of Middle Eastern, Asian and North African societies. It was first used in Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia. Women of the Arabian Peninsula traditionally use Kohl as eyeliner, mascara and eye shadow. In the 1960s Kohl products became popular with non Muslim women with the makeup fashion associated with designers like Mary Quant, and more recently has been associated with Gothic fashion and various alternative lifestyles. Kohl is believed by many to have medicinal propertie... (read more) Author: James Brack

22. Cheap Holidays to Sharm el Sheikh Are Great For a Desert Adventure February 26, 2010 If you ever wanted to walk like and Egyptian and explore the vast sand dunes, consider holidaying in Sharm el Sheikh. The vast Sinai Desert draws plenty of holidaymakers every year, with its promise of warm weather and adventure. Cheap holidays to Sharm el Sheikh are both affordable and exciting. If you’re looking for an adventure, you won’t have to look very far. If you want to explore the dunes of the Sinai, one of the best ways to do so is on a quad bike. The bikes generally sit two people, so you can share the adventure. On your journey you’ll encounter the beauty of an Egyptian suns... (read more) Author: Lauren Charles

23. Las Vegas Discount Vacations February 26, 2010 Las Vegas Discount Vacations and Las Vegas Discount show tickets can be found at www.vegasvacationbids.com">Everyone who is anyone has heard about Las Vegas at one time or another and many of us have thought of going but we never seem to find the time. Well now that you have found this page you will really want to get over and check out the Las Vegas Vacation Discounts that will get you to Las Vegas and enjoying all of the wonders of the world. Each casino on the strip has a different theme; you can be in Egypt one minute and find yourself in Paris 10 minutes later. The fun of Las Vegas is no... (read more) Author: JP Boon

24. History of Judaism up to Roman Rule February 26, 2010 The Jewish people have the most complicated history of any race. Never really having a land of their own, they were persecuted all over the world. Traditionally, Jews all over the world claim to be descended from the ancient Israelites. Jewish tradition says that the Israelites were descendants of Jacob’s twelve sons (one of whom was Judah) who settled in Egypt. The exodus of the Israelites to Canaan, led by Moses, marks the formation of the Israelites as a people, divided into twelve tribes named after Jacob’s sons. Jewish tradition and the Bible tell us of the forty years the Israelites wa... (read more) Author: Tom Jacobsen

25. Eygpt - For The World Cup February 26, 2010 The Pharaohs have released a new Egypt World Cup home jersey (Zaki 14) for the 2010 World Cup and the shirt will be a massive seller with fans, hoping to sell more than the previous Egypt World Cup home shirt (Zaki 14). Egypt have not yet qualified for the tournament in South Africa and will now be focusing on their playoff match with Algeria. Manufactured by Puma, Hassan Shehata's side will be wearing the Egypt World Cup home kit (Zaki 14) in the playoff . If you are looking to add some cheap world cup kits online to your soccer kit collection, then the 2010 World Cup Egypt home kit... (read more) Author: John Collins

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