National CelebrityLaila Elwi is an Egyptian actress.
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National SportFootball is by far the most popular sport in Egypt. The Egyptian national football team is called the “Pharaohs”. The Pharaohs have taken home the African Cup of Nations a total of seven times which includes a three-peat performance in 2006, 2008 and 2010.
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National HeroGamal Abdel Nasser was the President of Egypt from 1954-1970. Nasser is known as a symbol of Arab dignity. Nasser is also known for his anti-colonial foreign policy.
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Dietary HabitsMostly all Egyptian cuisines are still the same from ancient times. Peas, beans, cucumbers, dates, figs, and grapes were popular fruits and vegetables in ancient times. Wheat and barley, ancient staple crops, were used to make bread and beer. Fish and poultry were popular dried.
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Societal ChallengesThe main societal challenges in Egypt are overpopulation and poverty. Cities closer to the Nile river in Southern Egypt are getting closer and closer to almost facing hunger, but cities closer to the Nile in the North aren't being hit as hard with poverty.
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Tourist Sites The Giza Pyramids are one of the most popular tourist attractions in Egypt. The second most popular tourist attraction in Egypt is the Valley of the Kings.
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