Egypt is a Country in the MoriAtlas geographic dataset. It is used as a structured place record for organizing nearby regions, countries, and protected-area discovery, and where relevant it can also act as part of the broader geographic area of Africa.

How large and how populated is Egypt?

Egypt covers approximately 1,010,410 square kilometers and has an available population figure of 107,868,296, recorded for 2,025. Taken together, these numbers give a much better sense of the location’s real scale than either figure would on its own.

Which countries or regions are associated with Egypt?

Egypt is associated with the following country or countries: Egypt. Where more detailed internal geography is available, it is also associated with the following region or regions: Aswan, New Valley, South Sinai. This helps show whether the location is narrowly bounded or connected to a wider network of places.

What are the official and native names of Egypt?

The official name of Egypt is Arab Republic of Egypt, and its native name is مصر. These naming forms add useful legal, linguistic, and local context beyond the shorter common name used in English interfaces.

What language and time zone information is associated with Egypt?

Egypt is associated with the following language codes: ar, arz, and with the time zone Africa/Cairo. These are practical metadata points that help the place profile work better across localization, search, and international geographic browsing.

What geographic character defines Egypt?

Egypt is classified in the dataset as a coastal location. Coastal geography often shapes climate patterns, settlement history, access routes, and the broader natural identity of a place.

What are the main country facts for Egypt?

For Egypt, the capital is Cairo, the largest city is Cairo, and the associated currency code is EGP. Together, these facts provide a quick practical snapshot of the country beyond its place on the map.

What codes identify Egypt in geographic datasets?

Egypt is identified by the ISO code EG and the country code EG. These standard identifiers are especially useful when connecting MoriAtlas place records to other structured geographic or statistical systems.

Which regions are associated with Egypt?

Egypt is associated with the following region or regions: Aswan, New Valley, South Sinai. This is useful for moving from a country-level overview into more detailed regional park discovery.

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Egypt National Parks and Protected Areas: A Geographic Atlas Exploration

Egypt offers a unique tapestry of protected natural areas, spanning ancient civilizations and diverse desert landscapes. This atlas provides a structured entry point for discovering the nation's national parks and protected lands, highlighting their geographic distribution and context within the broader Egyptian terrain. Understand the regional spread of conservation areas and explore their mapped boundaries to appreciate the country's natural heritage.

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Trace the diverse geographic spread of Egypt's protected landscapes, from the Sahara wilderness to its Red Sea and Mediterranean coasts.

Explore Egypt's National Parks and Protected Areas, Mapping Key Conservation Landscapes

Explore Egypt's national parks and protected areas, an essential entry point for mapping the country's diverse conservation landscapes and significant ecological regions. Gain a comprehensive geographic overview of these protected lands, providing invaluable atlas context for Egypt's natural heritage and regional park distribution.

Egypt is a transcontinental country bridging Northeast Africa and Southwest Asia via the Sinai Peninsula. With over 107 million inhabitants, it is the most populous country in the Arab world and third-most populous in Africa. The country features a rich historical heritage dating back to ancient civilizations along the Nile Delta, with Cairo as its capital and largest city.

Largest city:Cairo

Currency code:EGP

ISO code:EG

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Capital

Cairo

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1,010,410 km²

Population

107,868,296 (2,025)

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Explore Egypt's desert landscapes, coastal reserves, and ancient sites protected across its vast geography.

National Parks and Protected Areas in Egypt: A Geographic Atlas of Conservation Landscapes

Explore a curated list of national parks and protected areas across Egypt, featuring diverse landscapes from the Red Sea coast to the vast Sahara Desert wilderness. Trace the mapped geography and conservation efforts within Egypt, discovering significant protected sites and their regional context.

National parkNew Valley Governorate

White Desert National Park: Egypt's Surreal Chalk Rock Protected Landscape Atlas

Explore mapped terrain and unique desert formations.

White Desert National Park, situated in the New Valley Governorate of Egypt, offers a visually stunning protected landscape defined by its iconic white chalk formations. These geological wonders, sculpted by wind and sand into fantastical shapes, create an almost lunar environment. As a national park, it serves as a vital protected area, showcasing the dramatic geography where chalk spires meet Sahara dunes and supporting unique desert ecosystems within its mapped boundaries.

Area: 300 km²
Established: 2002
IUCN: II
Relief: Lowland

White Desert National Park Protected Area

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Gabal Elba National Park: Protected Landscape Geography in Egypt

Mapped terrain and regional context for this Egyptian national park.

Delve into the geographic identity of Gabal Elba National Park, a protected national park within Egypt. This resource supports atlas exploration by detailing its protected landscape, mapped boundaries, and how it fits into the broader regional geography. Understand the natural terrain and conservation significance of this distinct Egyptian protected area through detailed geographic information.

Area: 35,600 km²
Established: 1986
IUCN: II
Relief: Mountain

Gabal Elba National Park Protected Area

National parkNew Valley Governorate

Gilf Kebir National Park: Sahara Wilderness with Prehistoric Rock Art and Silica Glass

Explore the geography of this vast Egyptian national park and its ancient landscapes.

Gilf Kebir National Park offers a profound exploration of a remote Saharan environment within Egypt's New Valley Governorate. This protected national park is distinguished by its hyper-arid desert landscape, encompassing portions of the Great Sand Sea and the dramatic Gilf Kebir plateau dissected by ancient wadis. It is globally recognized for its rich concentration of prehistoric rock art, providing a direct connection to early human history in the Sahara, alongside the scientifically unique Silica Glass area.

Area: 48,533 km²
Established: 2007
IUCN: II
Relief: Mixed relief

Gilf Kebir National Park Atlas

National parkSouth Sinai Governorate

Ras Muhammad National Park: South Sinai Protected Landscape and Geographic Atlas

Discover the mapped boundaries of this Egyptian national park.

Ras Muhammad National Park is a crucial protected area within the South Sinai Governorate, offering insights into Egypt's natural landscapes. This page facilitates an atlas-style exploration of the park, highlighting its geographic significance and protected status. Users can investigate its mapped terrain and understand its context within the regional geography of the Sinai Peninsula for structured geographic discovery.

Area: 480 km²
Established: 1983
Relief: Mixed relief
Climate: Arid

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Saluga and Ghazal Protectorate Protected Area: Mapped Boundaries and Egyptian Geography

Explore the protected landscape and regional geographic setting.

Delve into the specifics of the Saluga and Ghazal Protectorate, a designated protected area contributing to Egypt's natural landscape mosaic. This entry focuses on its mapped boundaries and geographic significance, providing essential context for atlas exploration. Understand the protectorate's terrain and its place within the national geography for a structured discovery experience.

Established: 1986
Relief: Lowland
Access: Easy access
Scope: Terrestrial

Saluga and Ghazal Protectorate Protected Area

Protected areaSouth Sinai Governorate

Nabq Protected Area: South Sinai Governorate Protected Landscape and Regional Geography

Explore its mapped terrain and protected area context.

Nabq Protected Area offers a distinct view into Egypt's protected landscapes, situated within the South Sinai Governorate. This detailed page provides an atlas-style perspective on its geographic setting, allowing for structured exploration of its mapped boundaries and its role within the regional context. Understand the unique natural terrain and protected area characteristics that define this significant Egyptian site.

Area: 600 km²
Established: 1992
IUCN: VI
Relief: Mountain

Nabq Protected Area Geography and Map

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Wadi El Gamal National Park: Protected Landscape and Geographic Atlas of Egypt

Explore the mapped terrain and protected boundaries.

Wadi El Gamal National Park is a key protected national park within Egypt, offering a unique lens through which to explore its geographic setting and mapped natural landscapes. This destination provides structured insight into the park's identity as a protected area, its place within the regional geography of Egypt, and the visual context of its terrain. Understand the mapped park boundaries and landscape features that contribute to its atlas value.

Access: Access unknown

Wadi El Gamal National Park Atlas

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Wadi El Gemal National Park National Park: Egypt's Protected Landscape and Geography

Explore the mapped boundaries and regional context of this Egyptian national park.

Wadi El Gemal National Park offers a detailed look into a significant protected natural area within Egypt. As a national park, it presents a specific landscape identity with clearly defined geographic boundaries that are invaluable for atlas-based exploration. Users can delve into the mapped terrain and understand the regional geographic context surrounding this protected land, enhancing their comprehension of Egypt's natural heritage.

Area: 6,870 km²
Established: 2003
Relief: Mountain
Scope: Mixed

Wadi El Gemal National Park National Park Details

National parkEgypt

Saint Katherine Protectorate National Park: Egypt's Protected Landscape and Geographic Identity

Mapped boundaries and regional terrain discovery for this Egyptian protected area.

Saint Katherine Protectorate is a key national park in Egypt, representing a significant protected landscape within the Sinai Peninsula. This page offers a detailed atlas view of its protected boundaries and geographic context. Users can explore its position within Egypt's broader geography and understand its role as a vital protected area for regional landscape study.

Established: 1983
Relief: Mountain
Climate: Alpine
Access: Moderate access

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Egypt geography, nature, climate, and landscape context for park-focused travel research

Explore the physical geography, natural setting, and climate patterns of Egypt through a location-first overview built for travel research, national park discovery, and broader regional context. This section helps explain how landscapes, habitats, and environmental conditions shape what people search for, where they travel, and how they experience protected areas in Egypt.

Egypt geography and landscape

Egypt occupies a strategic position in Northeast Africa, extending into Southwest Asia through the Sinai Peninsula. It is bordered by the Mediterranean Sea to the north, Palestine and Israel to the northeast, the Red Sea to the east, Sudan to the south, and Libya to the west. The Gulf of Aqaba in the northeast separates Egypt from Jordan and Saudi Arabia. The country features the Nile Delta and Valley as its main fertile region, surrounded by desert terrain.

Egypt nature and environment

Egypt's terrain is predominantly desert, with the Nile River and its delta supporting most of the country's agriculture and population. The Sinai Peninsula contains mountainous regions in the south. The Mediterranean and Red Sea coasts support marine ecosystems, though the country has limited natural freshwater resources beyond the Nile.

Egypt climate and seasonal conditions

Egypt has a predominantly hot desert climate. Summers are hot and dry across most of the country, with temperatures often exceeding 40°C in some areas. Winters are mild and dry in the north, with warmer conditions in the south. Rainfall is minimal throughout the country, occurring mainly along the Mediterranean coast.

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What geographic character defines Egypt?

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