Officially the Arab Republic of Egypt, Egypt is a country in North Africa, bordered by the Mediterranean Sea to the north, the Gaza Strip of Palestine and Israel to the northeast, the Red Sea to the east, Sudan to the south, and Libya to the west. Cairo is the capital and largest city.

Egypt is the 12th largest and 3rd most populous country on the African continent. It has one of the longest histories of any country and is considered a cradle of civilization. As Africa’s second most visited country, it is renowned for its myriad of historical monuments and cultural sites. Its vast deserts and the mighty Nile River also entice visitors. Sun seekers and scuba divers love the modern resorts lining its coastlines on the Mediterranean Sea and the Gulf Sea.