An astronaut from the International Space Station (ISS) has captured a stunning image of Egypt, illuminated by the Nile River's radiant line. The Nile, often referred to as "Egypt's lifeblood," is the world's longest river, spanning approximately 6,650 kilometers from East Africa to the Mediterranean Delta.
The nighttime lights in the image clearly show how urban life has developed along the river's banks, from the city of Minya to New Beni Suef, finally reaching Cairo. The view was captured from space by the ISS, which orbits about 417 kilometers above Earth's surface.
Ancient Egyptian temples, cities, and commercial centers were built around the Nile, and to this day, the river remains the economic and cultural heart of the country.
