Egypt Handbook

by Kathy Hansen

Part of the "Moon Handbooks" series, this book an in-depth introduction to Egypt's land and people; details on getting to and around the country affordably; special advice for disabled travellers, students and those interested in working in Egypt; counsel on working with a travel agent, specialized tours and how to shop for the best air fares; touring information on museums and historical sites, as well as activities such as horseback riding through the Valley of the Kings, reef diving along the Sinai and folk-troupe performances. Other topics covered include Egypt's history, architecture, religion, mythology, art, language, literature and government from ancient Egypt to modern Egyptian-Islamic culture.

Genres: Egypt

510 pages, Paperback

First published June 3, 1993