Persia. I've always liked Persian culture in general, and they usually get some really valuable bonuses. I also like China, France, and Japan. 5 surprised me pleasantly with the Polynesians. Their ability to expand so widely so early was really awesome.
On the flip side. I've always hated Egypt, and it's annoyed me to no end how they get the exact bonuses I want in every single civ game. Especially in 3. I hated that they got Religious and Industrious. Add to that list the US because it feels so out of place, Greece because of its leaders, and Rome because it means no Italy ever.
Seriously, I just want to play Italy.
On the flip side. I've always hated Egypt, and it's annoyed me to no end how they get the exact bonuses I want in every single civ game. Especially in 3. I hated that they got Religious and Industrious. Add to that list the US because it feels so out of place, Greece because of its leaders, and Rome because it means no Italy ever.
Seriously, I just want to play Italy.