In the cradle of history and culture that is Egypt, Pharaonic, Christian and Islamic cultures are woven together to create a nation unlike any other on earth. This guide offers a coverage of this country from the Sphinx to the Suez Canal. It features essays on antiquities, pyramids, temples and museums. It suggests itineries for independent and package tours and suggestions for Nile cruises and it includes listings for restaurants, hotels and shopping. There is an English-Arabic tourist vocabulary of useful phrases.