last edited Dec 11, 2019
Culture and Customs of Egypt
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Egypt
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Arts, Crafts, and Architecture
Arts
Crafts
Architecture
Museums
Customs and Traditions
Local Traditions
Etiquette
Dress Code
Behavior
Ramadan
Sensitive or Taboo Topics
Religion, politics, the 2011 Revolution, and the country's current situation are not topics Egyptians necessarily enjoy discussing, especially with foreigners.
Languages
Arabic is the official language of Egypt, though it differs significantly from the Arabic spoken in other countries in the region or the Maghreb.
French, once the language of the bourgeoisie, is now rarely spoken in the country, including in tourism. English, on the other hand, is widely used, and you will always find someone who speaks it in tourist areas.
Glossary
A few useful local words and expressions to know while traveling: