Cairo Egypt
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Cairo, the capital of Egypt, is located at the Nile River 15 km south of the area where the river divides into the two streams of Damietta and Rosetta and the beginning of the Nile delta.
With an estimated population of 15-17 million (1994) it is one of the largest cities in the world. It is the cultural, political, administrative, industrial and tourist centre of not only Egypt but all the Middle East.
The oldest part of the Cairo, Egypt is situated on the flat country between the Nile River and the Muqattam mountain on the east bank.
From here the city has spread approximately 35 kilometres north and southbound along the Nile. At the western bank it has spread down to the Giza Pyramids.
The Nile islands of Zamalek and Roda are a completely integrated part of the city.
Along the Nile you will find modern skyscrapers and luxury hotels while the old city with its narrow streets, the
Khan el-Khalili Bazaar
area and the religious university al-Azhar is to be found not far from
Islamic Cairo
only a few kilometres away.
The climate in the Cairo Egypt is warm, dry and pleasant compared to other Middle Eastern cities. This has made the city a popular refuge for Persian Gulf Arabs during the summer.
Cairo Travel Guide
Cairo Videos and Pictures
Cairo Travel Videos
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Cairo Pictures
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Cairo City Districts
Travel in Cairo - How to Get Around in Cairo
Getting around in Cairo is easy and cheap. Learn the basics here.
The City Districts in Cairo
Start here for an overview of the most important city districts in Cairo.
Exploring Downtown Cairo
Downtown Cairo is the area where to shop, eat and drink the Egyptian way.
The Egyptian Museum and the Midan Tahrir Area
The Egyptian Museum, the Arab League, the American University in Cairo, and the Hilton and Intercontinental Hotels are situated at Midan Tahrir. Visiting the Egyptian Museum is an absolute must!
Experience the Wonderful Zamalek Area
Zamalek is a relatively affluent residential district of Cairo. Pseudo-European in culture, it occupies the northern half of the island of Gezira, which is the large Nile river island at the heart of the Cairo metropolis.
Islamic Cairo
Islamic Cairo - Sightseeing, Dining and Shopping
Touring Islamic Cairo is a great experience. Besides the Khan el-Khalili market this area is famous for its many medieval mosques.
Khan el-Khalili Bazaar
Khan el-Khalili is one of the largest bazaars in the Middle East and probably the the best place to find your souvenirs from Egypt.
Islamic Mosques and Monuments
There are more than 600 Islamic mosques and monuments in Cairo.
Ancient Attractions Near Cairo, Egypt
The Giza Pyramids and Giza District
Giza is a city all its own, but has been swallowed in recent years by sprawling metropolitan Cairo. It's west of the urban district and near Pyramids Road (close to the famous Giza Pyramids), which connects central Cairo with Giza.
The Pyramids of Giza 2
More about the famous Great Pyramids of Giza.
Memphis and Saqqara
Memphis was the oldest Egyptian capital and Saqqara the oldest cemetery.
Eating, Drinking, Entertainment
Restaurants in Cairo
Restaurants in Cairo come in all "shapes". Satisfying most edible desires, Cairo is home to a never-ending source of eateries.
Cairo by Night
Whether conventional or chic, there are a wide variety of places to have a drink in Cairo by night.
Cairo History, and More Attractions
The History of Cairo
Get some background knowledge about Cairo and its many tourist attractions.
Christian Churches Monuments
Because of the Copts there are many beautyful Christian monuments in Cairo.
Modern Attractions
As a modern metropole Cairo Egypt has some spectacular modern attractions, too.
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