Egypt
Egypt is a country in Africa. Its capital is Cairo, and it shares land borders with 3 countries.
- Capital
- Cairo
- Region
- Africa
- Area
- 985,215 km² Number 29 of 193 by size
- Land borders
- 3 countries
What is the capital of Egypt?
The capital of Egypt is Cairo.
Which countries border Egypt?
Egypt shares land borders with 3 countries: Israel, Libya and Sudan.
| Country | Capital | Distance from Cairo |
|---|---|---|
 Israel | Jerusalem | 426 km (265 mi) |
 Sudan | Khartoum | 1,622 km (1,008 mi) |
 Libya | Tripoli | 1,739 km (1,080 mi) |
Distances are between capitals, in a straight line.
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