Egypt 2Egypt is a very important trading country for its surroundings. Egypt has one of the most interesting rivers in the world called the Nile River. Its surface area is three hundred and eighty-six thousand square miles, four times the size of the British Isles. (Wilkins Frances 1999.). Approximately the size of Texas and New Mexico combined. The year of independence is 1922. (Worth & El-Naggar 2010) The highest point of elevation is Mount Catherine of two thousand six hundred and twenty-nine meters. The lowest elevation point is the Qattara Depression, which is one hundred and thirty-three meters. Natural hazards plaguing Egypt are earthquakes, flash floods, landslides, volcanic activity, wind storms called Khams in, dust storms and sand storms. (Birgeneau Dean. 2002).Egypt is a small country located in Africa. It is located in the northeastern part of Africa, near the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea. The surrounding countries are Libya and Sudan. Its absolute position is twenty-seven degrees north and thirty degrees east. The total surrounding area is one million four hundred and fifty square kilometers. The land could hold three New Mexicans inside. (Britannica Encyclopedia 1995.) Egypt can be divided into high plateaus and low plains. There are also many places with groundwater discharge. (Culture Gram). The most fertile land in the world is found along the Nile River. All Egyptians rely on the river to meet their daily needs. In the city of Alexandria there is the largest seaport called Port Said. This is located along the Mediterranean Sea. The land in Egypt is very arid. (Wilkins Frances 1999.). Egypt is divided into four regions. Number one is the Nile Valley and Delta. Number two is the Western Desert, including the Mediterranean Sea. Number t... half of the paper... from using their Egypt River as much as possible. Egypt has a very strong trade link with coastal countries along the Mediterranean and Red Sea. It also has strong trade with neighboring countries. Yes, Egypt may not like sharing the river, but it brings good profits for the whole country. (Foreign Affairs 2010) Most Egyptians prefer a relaxed and peaceful life. They are very patient people, characterized by the word Ma alesh which means “don't worry”. This term helps people dismiss worries or conflicts that aren't that serious. They are emotionally expressive, which helps in their poor condition. Society is a serious debate fighting for the hearts of Egyptians. Rural men wear gallabeyya over long, watch-like robes. All women must show no skin except their eyes. The country is very protective and understanding. (Culture Gram).