Egypt Berlitz Pocket Guide

Focuses on the major archaeological sites and the Nile. This guide covers all the main places to visit, area by area, in an easily navigable format. Descriptions of tourist attractions include the pyramids, temples of the Nile Valley and Cairo's markets and mosques.

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"The Berlitz Egypt Pocket Guide" focuses on the major archaeological sites and the Nile. The guide covers all the main places to visit, area by area, in an easily navigable format. Descriptions of tourist attractions include the pyramids, temples of the Nile Valley and Cairo's markets and mosques. The guide also describes the cities of Cairo and Alexandria as well as other attractions such as Mount Sinai. There is background historical information, advice on shopping and entertainment and the low-down on Egyptian cuisine. Also included is an A-Z of practical information, listings of recommended hotels and restaurants and useful expressions in Arabic. You can read special features on topics ranging from Cleopatra's Charms to Saving the Sphinx. Maps show Cairo, Egypt and Middle and Upper Egypt, and there are dozens of colour photographs throughout.