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In pictures: Egypt’s turmoil cripples tourism

Recent upheaval has put a major dent in the country’s once-thriving tourism sector.

The once-packed tourist attractions in Egypt are now empty.
The once-packed tourist attractions in Egypt are now empty.
By 
Zoriah Miller
19 Dec 2013
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Egypt’s tourism sector has taken a major hit in the wake of this year’s political upheavals.

In a country where tourism is responsible for about 12 percent of employment, many in Egypt have been hard-hit by the downturn. Many tourist sites are nearly empty and souvenir stalls sit abandoned. Hotels and cafes are often found empty and tourist agencies often do not even open their doors.

Until the situation changes and tourists feel comfortable returning, Egypt’s economy can expect major headwinds.

The turmoil in Egypt has hurt one of the most important sectors of the country(***)s economy.
The turmoil in Egypt has hurt one of the most important sectors of the country(***)s economy.
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Many restaurants and coffee shops look deserted.
Many restaurants and coffee shops look deserted.
The conflict has scared off many tourists.
The conflict has scared off many tourists.
Tour operators hope that the boom days will come again.
Tour operators hope that the boom days will come again.
Egypt(***)s tourism sector employed about 12 percent of the country(***)s workforce, with millions of tourists visiting the country every year.
Egypt(***)s tourism sector employed about 12 percent of the country(***)s workforce, with millions of tourists visiting the country every year.
But today, the streets of Cairo are largely empty of tourists.
But today, the streets of Cairo are largely empty of tourists.
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The tourism industry in Egypt is almost non-existent in many parts of the country today.
The tourism industry in Egypt is almost non-existent in many parts of the country today.
The pyramids are among the most-visited tourist destinations in Egypt, but there are few visitors now.
The pyramids are among the most-visited tourist destinations in Egypt, but there are few visitors now.

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