The vibrant capital of Egypt, with lots of things to do and plethora of historical and cultural attractions is surely to excite and inspire even the most seasoned travelers. From carbohydrate bombs to hunting museums to camel rides to legacy of the pyramids, there are far more compelling reasons to visit the shock and awe of Cairo.
Ethnological Museum
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- City: Cairo
Established in 1895 by Khedive Ismail, this small gem reveals a museum which is home to a number of exhibitions detailing traditional life in Cairo throughout its long history, including village craft...
Falaki Square
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- City: Cairo
Midan Falaki is a public square surrounded by coffee merchants and coffee shops. During the day you can sit and enjoy one of the many blends and play a game of backgammon with the more intellectual Eg...
FB Stables
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- City: Cairo
Popular with expats who keep their horses at livery, Karim at FB Stables is also great for a tourist type ride to view the Pyramids and Sphinx from the desert. Longer rides to Saqqara and Abu Sir can ...
Gayer-Anderson Museum
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- City: Cairo
Unlike other museums with displays in glass cases, the Gayer-Anderson Museum is totally a different kind of experience where one feels like a part of the histor...
Gezira Sporting Club
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- City: Cairo
Founded in 1882, Gezira Sporting club is regarded as the largest multi-sport facility in Egypt. Located on the island of Gezira, it covers a total area of 150 a...
Great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops)
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- City: Cairo
Being the last surviving representative of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the Great Pyramid of Khufu is originally 146 m high but now slightly reduced ...
Hanging Church
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- City: Cairo
The Hanging Church, built in 690, is situated on two bastions of the Roman fortress and its nave is suspended over a passageway. Being one of the oldest churches in Egypt, it dates back to 3rd century...
Ibn Tulun Mosque
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- City: Cairo
Raised in 877 by the Abbasid governor, this mosque has a style reminding of the Samarra mosque in Iraq, quite different from other Egyptian mosques. Built on a six-acre site, the mosque was large enou...
Islamic Ceramics Museum
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- City: Cairo
This is a beautiful small museum housed in a gorgeous 1924 villa, which offers a splendid collection of ceramics acquired from different Islamic countries. One ...
Karim Francis Art Gallery
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- City: Cairo
Located within a pedestrian area of downtown Cairo in the tree-lined alleyway of El Sharifeen Street is Karim Francis Gallery, one of the first galleries of its...
Joelsuganth Khan el-Khalili
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- City: Cairo
Built in 1382, it was originally a hub for traveling traders in the Fatimid era. Today, it's the most visited tourist market in Egypt. Almost any kind of souvenir can be bought here, but also quality ...
