20°C
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08:58 AM
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1 USD
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Egypt is the cradle of one of humanity's greatest civilizations with 7,000 years of recorded history. Family and religion are central to life. Egyptian humor is a coping mechanism and social glue. Hospitality is legendary.
Dress modestly outside tourist areas. Don't photograph military installations. Avoid political discussions. Bargaining is expected in markets.

Koshari
Egypt's national dish: rice, lentils, pasta with tomato sauce

Ful Medames
Slow-cooked fava beans, Egypt's breakfast staple

Hawawshi
Spiced minced meat stuffed in bread
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Etisalat Egypt
5G • 10GB / 30 days
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Vodafone EG
4G • 20GB / 30 days
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Orange EG
4G • 15GB / 30 days
$4
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Etisalat EG
4G • 12GB / 30 days
$4
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °C | 21° | 24° | 29° | 35° | 41° | 44° | 44° | 44° | 40° | 35° | 28° | 23° |
| Low °C | 9° | 11° | 15° | 20° | 25° | 28° | 29° | 29° | 26° | 21° | 14° | 10° |
| Rain days | 7 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 9 | 5 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 10 | 3 | 9 |
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