Egypt has a rich history and culture dating back thousands of years, starting with the Pharaonic culture, then Christianity and Islam. Egypt is among the earliest civilizations. Its culture has been affected by many other cultures and ethnic groups who either lived in or invaded the country, creating a melting pot.

The government of ancient Egypt was a theocratic monarchy as the king ruled by a mandate from the gods, initially was seen as an intermediary between human beings and the divine, and was supposed to represent the gods’ will through the laws passed and policies approved.

The many achievements of the ancient Egyptians include the quarrying, surveying and construction techniques that supported the building of monumental pyramids, temples, and obelisks; a system of mathematics, a practical and effective system of medicine, irrigation systems and agricultural production techniques, the …

Important Government Officials Three important officials were the vizier (vuh-ZEER), the chief treasurer, and the general of the armies. Each had his own duties. The vizier had more power than anyone except the pharaoh.

Even today, coffee drinking is an important social occasion for Egyptians, at all levels of society. You can choose from mildly sweet (arriha), medium-sweet (mazboot), or very sweet (ziyada); bitter coffee (sada) is reserved for sad occasions such as funeral ceremonies.

While Egypt is mostly a safe and welcoming country, it is recommended not to stroll alone at some places after the sunset. So, at such times, it’s better to be accompanied by a trusted local guide than moving alone.

Pants, Capris, Leggings, and Shorts Basically, as long as your knees are covered, you are good. So whether you choose pants or capris, you will feel comfortable and remain respectful. Local women wear long pants or skirts; however, I wore capris a couple of days with no issues.

Egyptian women could have their own businesses, own and sell property, and serve as witnesses in court cases. Unlike most women in the Middle East, they were even permitted to be in the company of men. They could escape bad marriages by divorcing and remarrying.

K. Unmarried couples can share the same room as long as both have Western passports. A Western woman cannot share a room with an Egyptian, whatever the hotel. Some hotel managers might accept to let you share a room against a tip but this is unlikely to happen in decent hotels.

it depends on your nationality, unmarried Egyptian couples are not allowed in hotels, however westerners are, also you can find a studio or a small flat in neighborhoods where westerners are often seen such as Zamalek, Maadi, Garden City, etc.

The only legal marriage for foreigners in Egypt is a civil ceremony performed at the local marriage court, which is in accordance with Islamic practice. Persons wishing a religious ceremony may arrange for one separately, but it is the civil ceremony that establishes the legal marriage.

No, there is no law that prohibits unmarried couples from staying together or checking-into a hotel.