The ancient Egyptian name as transliterated from hieroglyphs is km.t, and was probably pronounced Kemet or Kumat. This means black land, and refers to the fertile black soil around the Nile as distinct from the red sand of the desert. The name is still used today in Coptic - the Copts call themselves rem en khÄmi, People of Egypt. The name Egypt comes from the Greek Aigyptos, and ultimately from the Egyptian Hikuptah.
Lake Lanier. Lake Lanier truly became a household name internationally in 1996 when the City of Gainesville hosted the Olympic Canoe and Kayak events at the Olympic Venue now home to Lanier Canoe & Kayak Club and Lake Lanier Rowing Club.
Experience all the events that Lanier Islands has to offer! From special events throughout the year, to LanierWorld, our beachside entertainment district, to Magical Nights of Lights during November & December, and Winter Adventure all winter long, Lanier Islands is a year-round destination for fun!!! Calendar.