The Arab Republic of Egypt is a country in Africa, situated in the extreme northeast, and includes the Sinai Peninsula. Most of its surface is part of the Sahara desert, inhabited only around the oasis. Its capital is Cairo.
Tourism is a major source of foreign income of Egypt, both by tourists themselves as major investments by international hotel chains. By the nature of tourism activity generates a significant number of jobs, which include personal: Travel Agencies, Hotels, manufacturing and marketing of handicrafts, transport, among others. We can identify three main areas where tourist activity is focused:
The Sphinx and the pyramid of Khafre.
* Cairo and its surroundings: the pyramids of Giza, along with the Great Sphinx (on the outskirts of the city) are the main attractions, complemented with the treasures of Cairo Museum which displays the treasure of Tutankhamun, and the Bazaar Khan El Khalili (pronounced Khan El Khalili).
* The south: the Valley of the Kings, Abu Simbel and other archaeological treasures, as well as cruises on the Nile
* The area south of the Sinai peninsula: very dry with coasts on the Red Sea, a place famous for the richness and variety of underwater flora and fauna, with a diving center of renown. The resort of Sharm el-Sheikh, is a landmark in the area, which is served by numerous direct flights from Europe.
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