1001 Space Earth Nature History First Civilisations Ancient Egypt Biblical Times Ancient Greece Ancient Rome Chinese, Japanese Civilisations Indian Civilisation African Civilisation The Early Americas The Rise of Islam The Middle Ages The Renaissance Civil War and Revolution The Industrial Revolution Two World Wars 20th-century Achievements Human World Science and Technology	What was the easiest way to travel in ancient Egypt? The River Nile The Nile passed like a highway through the whole length of the country. There was no need for roads on land. All sorts of boats sailed up and down the river, from small passenger ferries to huge cargo barges.   Previous: Back Book: 1001 Section: History Chapter: Ancient Egypt