Clues
Use these details to boost your ability to identify specific countries in the game.
Identity & symbols
Language
Arabic is the official language, using the Arabic script. English is also widely understood.
Culture
Cultural markers include mosques, traditional markets (souks), and ancient ruins such as temples and pyramids.
Miscellaneous
Look for palm trees, desert landscapes, and street vendors selling local foods. The presence of the Nile River is also a strong indicator.
Capital
Cairo
Environment & landscape
Environment
Egypt features arid landscapes, deserts, the Nile River, and the Mediterranean coastline. Urban areas like Cairo are densely populated.
Infrastructure
Architectural styles include a mix of ancient Egyptian monuments, Islamic architecture, and modern buildings. Look for distinctive minarets and pyramids.
Coverage
True
Foliage
Common tree types include date palms and acacias, while grasses are often sparse due to the arid climate.
Topography
Egypt is predominantly flat with the Nile River Valley and Delta being the main features; there are some mountainous regions in the Sinai Peninsula.
Roads & transportation
Cars
Vehicle registration plates are typically white with blue text, and they often include Arabic letters and numbers.
Driving
Vehicles drive on the right side of the road.
Signs
Road signs are predominantly in Arabic, with some bilingual signs in English. The signs are usually rectangular and can include a mix of colors.
Stop
Stop signs in Egypt typically read 'قف' (pronounced 'qif'), which means 'stop' in Arabic.
Bollards
Bollards in Egypt are often simple concrete or metal posts, usually unmarked, serving to protect pedestrians and restrict vehicle access.
Poles
Utility poles in Egypt are generally wooden or concrete, often with multiple lines for telecommunications and electricity, and may have small advertising signs attached.