Welcome to civilization! It may not look like it as you walk through Khan el-Khalili, Egypt's most famous market, but Egypt has over five thousand years of recorded history, and the society created by the successive pharaohs has been a blueprint for many peoples since.

When the name Egypt is mentioned, many first thoughts flit to the iconic Pyramids of Giza. The pyramids more than live up to their four thousand years of hype upon viewing, and although the sole survivor of the Seven Wonders of the World is swarmed by visitors, their majesty hasn't been diminished.

Also worth a visit are the museums that showcase this rich history, especially the Royal Mummy Room in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. There's much more to do in Egypt however than just marvel at one of the cornerstone's of civilization. You can spend a day wandering round the colourful maze of markets, haggling with the local shop-keepers, try to find yourself a spot on the beaches of southern Sinai, or take a…

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what is the weather forcast for november in egypt?

 

Question posted 29th September 2009 by craig fisher.

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Have a look down at our World Weather Guide link at the bottom of this page for a weather overview.

 

Reply posted 29th September 2009 by World Reviewer Staff.

Because Egypt switches back to winter time at an earlier date than Europe, daylight hours don't extend late into the evening in October. That being said, it is a lovely warm season with more than enough sunshine to enjoy throughout the day. To answer your question, I would say the sun goes downs around 5:30 to 6 pm.

 

Comment posted 7th July 2009 by Francoise Ohayon.

Want time does the sun go down in late October

Planning on going last week October 09 but been told sun goes down early limiting your time in the sun. Be grateful for truthful answer.

 

Question posted 2nd April 2009 by Lesley Miller.

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