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Topic: egypt
Definition:

  • a republic in northeastern Africa known as the United Arab Republic until 1971
  • site of an ancient civilization that flourished from 2600 to 30 BC an ancient empire to the west of Israel
  • centered on the Nile River and ruled by a Pharaoh
  • figured in many events described in the Old Testament

    Related tag cloud:

  • cairo
  • egyptian
  • middle east
  • travel
  • jordan
  • luxor
  • arab
  • red sea
  • pyramids
  • israel
  • arabic
  • aswan
  • africa
  • hurghada
  • syria
  • lebanon
  • greece
  • saudi arabia
  • diving
  • turkey
  • ancient
    • Resources:

    Guardian's Egypt
    Andrew Bayuk's gateway to Ancient Egypt resources on the Internet, including ancient history and culture, music, mythology, panoramic views, museums and exhibits. Also Bayuk's interviews with Dr. Zahi Hawass.
    http://www.guardians.net/

    Tour Egypt
    Official Site of the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism. Information on Egyptian travel, plus resources on history and monuments, including ministry newsletters.
    http://www.touregypt.net/

    Ancient Egypt - British Museum
    Explores Egyptian daily life, religion, pyramids and other buildings, and mummification.
    http://www.ancientegypt.co.uk/

    Egypt State Information Service
    Detailed information on politics, culture, history, economy and tourism.
    http://www.sis.gov.eg/