Egypt is a country in North Africa, Africa with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Egypt that most people don't know.
The Great Pyramid of Giza was the tallest man-made structure on Earth for over 3,800 years. The Nile River, at 6,650km, is the longest in the world and has sustained Egyptian civilisation for more than 5,000 years.
Ancient Egypt was one of the world's first great civilisations, dating to 3100 BC.
The Great Pyramid of Giza was the world's tallest structure for 3,800 years.
Egypt controls the Suez Canal â one of the world's most important waterways.
Cleopatra lived closer in time to the Moon landing than to the building of the pyramids.
The Great Pyramid of Giza was the tallest man-made structure on Earth for over 3,800 years. The Nile River, at 6,650km, is the longest in the world and has sustained Egyptian civilisation for more than 5,000 years.
Egypt is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
The only surviving Wonder of the Ancient World, built c. 2560 BCE
A colossal 73-metre limestone guardian keeping eternal watch over the pyramids
A magnificent ancient temple complex on the sacred east bank of the Nile
The royal necropolis of pharaohs, including the tomb of Tutankhamun
The Great Pyramid of Giza was the tallest man-made structure on Earth for over 3,800 years. The Nile River, at 6,650km, is the longest in the world and has sustained Egyptian civilisation for more than 5,000 years.
The capital of Egypt is Cairo.
Egypt has a population of approximately 104.3M.
The official language of Egypt is Arabic.
Egypt gained independence in 1922.
Egypt uses the Pound (ÂĢE).