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Britain declared Egypt an independent state on February 28, 1922. In light of this 100-year anniversary, we've picked out some of the country's top sites worth visiting.
Britain declared Egypt an independent state on February 28, 1922. In light of this 100-year anniversary, we've picked out some of the country's top sites worth visiting.
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The Sinai Peninsula is a difficult territory to manage. Located in the easternmost point of Egypt, the area’s history is as long as it is complex. One of its most notable landmarks is the compound of the Greek Orthodox Saint Catherine’s Monastery. The site has played an important role in the history of both Christianity and Islam. Today it remains a monument to the area’s diverse heritage, with its monastic buildings and historic mosque.
The Sinai’s story is no less complex in modern times. It was the site of pivotal 20th century wars with Israel, during which time it came to include