The Values Of Egypt: The Concept Of Culture In Egypt

To many people, the concept of culture represents a way of life that distinguishes one group of people from another. There are several factors to consider when determining what makes up a culture. The major pillars are laws, customs, traditions, beliefs, languages, and values. Each concept is extremely vital in the total consideration of cultural. It is important to remember that no two cultures are the same. Egypt is one of the countries that possesses an extreme amount of culture. Egypt has transformed through many rulers and conflicts, which has shaped the countries culture into what it is today.

Egypt, founded in 3150 B.C., is located in North Africa. Egypt is currently the 30th largest country in the world and one of the most populated countries on the continent with an estimated population of over 80 million people. The

It is noted, “99% of the total population only use 5.5% of Egypt’s total land area” (Egypt Facts, 2016). Egypt holds many valued treasures and landmarks. The country and culture have seen good fortune in environmental protection throughout the years. (Egypt Facts, 2016)

The Nile River is said to be the most vital piece of survival for the Egyptian people. A series of irrigation systems have been constructed to provide fresh water to the fields so that crops can grow. It being a means for transportation, The Nile River carries people and goods from the north and south of Egypt. The Nile River is a valuable asset to the Egyptian people it is also very dangerous due to crocodiles. The severity of the terrain surrounding the Nile River, most of Egypt’s country is not developed. “The country is serviced by a network of over 64,000 kilometers of primary and secondary roads, only 49,984 kilometers of which are paved” (Egypt-Infastructure, Power and Communications, 2016). Egypt also has a functioning railroad system. The Barren Desert surrounds the Egyptian population, which cling along the banks of the