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5 Fun Facts Egypt
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Egypt is a country located in Africa. It is known for its ancient history, mysterious pyramids, and the Nile River.
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Egypt is home to amazing buildings, which were made by ancient Egyptians long ago. One of most famous is the Sphinx. It is a giant statue of an animal with the body of a lion but the head of a person.
The Nile River is the longest river in the world, and it flows through Egypt. It is a very important river because it provides water for farming and transportation. People even take boat rides on the Nile!
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Ancient Egyptians built tombs called “pyramids” for their pharaohs (kings) and buried them with treasures.
Egyptians have a special system of writing called hieroglyphics. It uses pictures and symbols to represent words and sounds. It’s like a secret code that only they knew how to read and write!
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