مصر (Misr)

مصر is the original name of Egypt in Arabic. The name “مصر” comes from the ancient Egyptian word meaning “the land” or “the settled place.” Egypt is the cradle of ancient civilisations and is famous for its great pyramids and the Nile River, which runs through the heart of the country. Egypt’s history and culture have made it one of the greatest centres of civilisation in the world.