Egypt at a Glance
Population, currency, timezone and practical travel essentials
114.5M
Population
Cairo
Capital
Northern Africa
Region
EGP
Egyptian pound
Arabic
Language
Cairo
Local Time Zone
+20
Calling Code
Right
Driving Side
Type C,F
Power Plug
122
Emergency Number
Practical details are provided as general travel guidance — always verify current requirements (visas, driving rules, plug adapters) before you travel.
Top Cities in Egypt
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466 stays
Hurghada
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51
272 stays
Giza
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66
163 stays
Sharm el-Sheikh
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24
106 stays
Alexandria
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28
Luxor
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28
Dahab
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28
Port Said
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24
Aswān
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28
Ataqah
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20
Sidi ‘Abd Ar Raḩman
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Qesm Marsa Alam
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12
El Alamein
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12
El Quseir
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Faiyum
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Cairo
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36
Zefta
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Zāwyat Umm ar Rakham
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Zaafarana
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Top-Rated Hotels in Egypt
Highest guest scores — curated from 4,659 properties
Travel Guides for Egypt
Itineraries, food guides, hidden gems & budget tips
Itinerary
Cairo Itinerary Guide
📍 Cairo
Food
Cairo Food Guide
📍 Cairo
Hidden Gems
Cairo Hidden Gems Guide
📍 Cairo
Budget
Cairo Budget Guide
📍 Cairo
First Timer
Cairo First Timer Guide
📍 Cairo
Itinerary
Luxor Itinerary Guide
📍 Luxor
Food
Luxor Food Guide
📍 Luxor
Hidden Gems
Luxor Hidden Gems Guide
📍 Luxor