Today, Egypt is one of the world's four major ancient civilizations
Ancient Egypt was one of the four major ancient civilizations in the world and the earliest kingdom in the world. But today's Egyptian Arabs are not ancient Egyptians. The culture is also completely different.
With the Arab invasion in the 7th century, the new rulers spread their own national culture, Arabic and Islam. The ban on idolatry had a major impact on the liberation of most Egyptians from the religion of the pharaoh and Greco-Roman eras of the past. Only a few traditions from the past have been preserved in an improved manner in the Coptic Church.
Egyptian culture is an Arab culture with African characteristics, especially Alexandria, followed by Cairo. It is mixed with the characteristics of the Levant culture, a mixture of French, Greek, Turkish and Syria cultures.
Alexandria is located in the western part of the Nile Delta, the second largest city in Egypt and Africa, and the largest port in Egypt and the Eastern Mediterranean. It is a famous city in ancient and medieval times. It was once the political, economic, cultural and east-west trade center along the Mediterranean coast. It has beautiful scenery and pleasant climate. It is Egypt's "summer capital" and summer resort, and is known as the "Mediterranean Bride". There are many scenic spots and historic sites, the main ones are: 1. Summer Palace
The Montaza Palace is located in the east of the city and covers an area of 155.4 hectares. It is surrounded by dense forests and is a unique garden. It was a summer resort for the royal family until 1952, and the seaside is now open to tourists and anglers. The palace is not open to the public. Judging from its appearance, you must pay attention to the frequent theme letter F.
2. Cateba Castle
Formerly known as the Alexandria Lighthouse, one of the seven wonders of the world. The lighthouse was built in 280 BC and is about 135 meters high. It was completely destroyed in 1435 after several earthquakes. In 1480, its stones were used to build a castle on the original site, named after King Kateba. In 1966, it was changed to the Egyptian Navigation Museum, displaying models, murals, oil paintings, etc., introducing the history of Egyptian shipbuilding and navigation starting with straw boats 10,000 years ago. Together with the ancient castle of Cairo, it is also known as the two major medieval ancient castles in Egypt.
3."Freedom" yacht
It is the oldest royal yacht still in use in the world. It was built by the British Shipbuilding Company in 1865. It is 411 feet long, 42 feet wide, and has a displacement of 3417 tons. It is powered by a coal-fired steam engine and has a speed of 16 nautical miles. The boat was originally used for private use by the Egyptian royal family. In 1868, it went to Europe to pick up European heads of state to attend the Suez Canal International Navigation Ceremony. It was the first ship to enter the Suez Canal from the north. It was renamed "Liberty" in 1952 and is now owned by the Egyptian Navy, which uses this to demonstrate its ship maintenance level.
4. Treasure Hall
It was originally the residence of the ancient Princess Fatme, but in 1986 it was changed to the Mohammed Ali Dynasty Treasure Hall, which displays crowns and jewelry.
5. Kongmdica
It is the archaeological site in the heart of Alexandria, where a theater used for musical performances at the Roman Opera House and a large 3rd century Roman bathroom were discovered. Address: The entrance is at the southern end of Ganhuria Grand Square, opposite the railway station and 1 kilometer southeast of Saad Zegrul Square.
Egyptians like sweets, and the last dish at formal banquets or wealthy family dinners is served. Famous sweets are "Kunafa" and "Getaif".
Broad beans are Egypt's "national dish", and "mallow soup" and "basic food grains" are the best foods in Egyptian daily life. "Gameldin" is a must-have food for Egyptians during Ramadan. Egyptians usually eat "Jasu" as their staple food and eat it with "Fur"(boiled beans),"Kebunai"(white cheese), and "Mojehya"(soup).
Yesu is a flat round Egyptian bread without yeast. They like to eat mutton, chicken, duck, eggs, peas, onions, pumpkin, eggplant, carrot, potatoes, etc. In terms of taste, it is generally required to be light, sweet, fragrant and non-greasy. Skewers of roasted whole sheep are their favorite dish. It is worth mentioning that many Egyptians also particularly like to eat China Sichuan cabbage.