Egypt, and all that it's #HomeTo

Home to a population of 102 million people, Egypt can be found in North East Africa and close to the Middle East. Egypt is a country known worldwide for its ancient history, iconic landmarks, its stunning holiday destinations and much more. 

Keep reading to learn more about the beautiful country of Egypt.

#HomeTo Ancient Egypt

Ancient Egypt is believed to have taken place between 3100 BC until 332 BC. Most of the civilization lived along the River Nile. This was because of the Nile’s nutrient-rich silt on the land, allowing for excellent agriculture. Ancient Egypt was famous for trading. They exported goods such as grain, papyrus, and gold while they imported luxury items like ivory. At this time, Egypt was ruled by Pharaohs such as famous historical figures like Cleopatra and Tutankhamun. Ancient Egypt is also famous for the process of mummification as well as being home to the pyramids.

#HomeTo the Iconic Pyramids

Pyramids were built during Ancient Egypt with the purpose of being tombs to house Pharaohs in the afterlife. The construction of the pyramids is still not completely explained to this day. They would have taken years to build with The Great Pyramid of Giza taking up to 20 years. It is still a debate today on how the Egyptians lifted the blocks on the pyramids into place as the weigh several tonnes each. Internally, the pyramids had internal chambers where a pharaoh’s mummy was placed along with burial items including gold and jewellery. The Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx were chosen as UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1979. Today, the pyramids attract over 14 million visitors every year.

#HomeTo The River Nile

The River Nile is the world’s longest river stretching to 6,650km. Over 95% of Egypt’s population lives near the Nile due to its importance to the country’s agriculture and overall survival. Several hydroelectric dams have been built along the Nile, including the Aswan High Dam in Egypt. These dams generate electricity and help control flooding. Throughout history, the Nile has been a vital transportation route for goods and people. Today, it is still used for transportation, particularly in Sudan and South Sudan.

#HomeTo a Delicious Egyptian Cuisine

Egyptian cuisine includes staples such as rice, bread, lentils and beans. It is also a cuisine which is known for using many herbs and spices including coriander, cumin, garlic and mint. Some other iconic dishes within Egyptian cuisine include falafel, moussaka, baklava, halawa as well as beverages such as hibiscus tea. Egypt is also famous for its street food culture where vendors sell delicious dishes on street corners.

#HomeTo Famous People within Pop Culture

Egypt is not just home to historical figures from the times of Ancient Egypt but it is also the homeland of famous people today. Oscar winning actor Rami Malek was born in the USA but is the son of Egyptian immigrants and is very proud of his Egyptian roots. Mohamed Al-Fayed was also a famous Egyptian name and was known worldwide for being the owner of Harrods, Hotel Ritz Paris and Fulham FC during his lifetime.

The most famous Egyptian person in the world right now is footballer Mo Salah. He is currently the Egypt captain as well as a star player at Liverpool FC. In his career Mo Salah has won the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup and more honours. So far in his career, Mo Salah has scored over 200 goals for Liverpool and over 90 goals for Egypt so it is no surprise many refer to him as the ‘Egyptian King’.

Egypt is home to over 102 people but there are also many proud Egyptians living around the world. Many of these people support their loved ones at home in Egypt while they are abroad by sending them a mobile top-up. If you want to help a loved one in Egypt stay connected, you can do so in seconds by clicking the link below.