
This fully revised & updated Berlitz Pocket Guide is packed with all the information you need to enjoy Egypt in a genuinely pocketable format. Places to go are explored within easy-to-use colour-coded sections so you can locate the information you need at a glance. The countrys top attractions are conveniently identified to help you plan your trip & to ensure you see the most spectacular temples monasteries tombs & other unmissable attractions. From Cairo & the Pyramids to the Red Sea Coast & the Suez Canal all areas are covered in depth alongside full-colour photographs that provide a highly visual introduction to this fascinating destination. Full colour fold-out maps are also included to provide instant orientation wherever you are. A concise history chapter & the handy cultural tips throughout the guide combine to give you a deeper understanding of Egypts past & present from Egyptian mummies & the reign of Cleopatra to the twentieth century & current affairs. There are also plenty of ideas for how to spend your leisure time whatever your interests such as shopping in the bazaars taking a felucca ride along the Nile or diving in the Red Sea. There are also tips for those travelling with children & a handy calendar of key events throughout the year. The Eating Out chapter recommends local specialities & provides full listings for all the best places to eat & drink. The comprehensive Travel Tips section provides an A-Z summary of all the expert practical advice you will need including reliable recommendations of hotels to suit all budgets information on health transport climate & language tips for travellers with disabilities & much more. Small in size but big on content this guide will help you truly get to the heart of this amazing destination that continues to fascinate us all.