Conjuring up images of pyramids and towering minarets, Cairo is both the capital and largest city of Egypt. Home to around 8 million people, it's also the most populated city in Africa. Found on the River Nile, Cairo is divided into a number of different sections. The oldest area is the eastern part of the city, and here's where you'll find some of Cairo's most notable mosques. In Midan Tahrir in the western area of the city, check out the beautiful boulevards and gardens, as well as one of the city’s main attractions. This is the Egyptian Museum, a vast complex displaying over 136,000 Egyptian antiquities. Then there are the Pyramids of Giza, a stunning sight deserving of their title as one of the Seven Great Wonders of the World. Located to the west of the city centre, here's also where you'll find the iconic Sphinx. Not just about ancient sites and historic locations, Cairo also offers a great selection of restaurants and snack stalls. And while you're there, be sure to check out some of the traditional coffee houses, where you can sip on a coffee or even try a shisha water pipe.
Cairo Weather
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Partly Cloudy
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Sunny
max: 23°C
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Sunny
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Sunny
max: 23°C
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Reviews of Cairo from boo.com
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brunoduarte22235 says: “ It is really a nice hostel. Not big, and with really friendly staff (I definetaley would say that\'s the best part). They helped me preparing my trip to Upper Egypt and Alexandria and everything went just as I thought, maybe even better. No complaints at all. I only have to thank… more
Posted: on May 2, 2008 |
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Empra200 says:
“ i've been stayed in wake up! cairo hostel, it was really fantasic place! it's more a hotel than a hostel but with hostel atmosphere. very clean and sun came into your room every morning!location was perfect with a few steps to everywhere you might need to go!the staff was very talented and… more
Posted: on Mar 12, 2008 |
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sarahbombeara1922 says:
“ be warned alot of hostels in cairo use this website to rate their own place, which gives you misleading ratings. if it sounds too good to be true....it is
Posted: on Dec 16, 2007 |
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Best things to do in Cairo
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Wadi Rayan- What?
- Desert lakes.
- Where?
- 30-minute drive from Fayum Oasis.
- Anything else?
- This area was made a World Heritage Site in 2005. It is a pair of new lakes, which were actually created by a mismanaged government drainage project in the 1970s. They are surrounding by sand dunes with lots of new greenery and waterfalls.
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Faluca Ride- What?
- Cruises on the Nile in traditional lateen-rigged sailboats.
- Where?
- Get on board at the Four Seasons and the Hyatt Regency dock.
- Anything else?
- These cruises are amazing in the traditional lateen-rigged sailboats. They have a very relaxed atmosphere so bring your dinner or some drinks on board for your cruise.
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Saqqara- What?
- An ancient site.
- Where?
- Outside of the city.
- Anything else?
- This site is of a huge necropolis which was attached to the ancient city of Memphis and includes a massive step pyramid. Also a museum on site.
Upcoming events in Cairo
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Mar 25
Jewels of Egypt, the Nile, and Lake Nasser...
- When: Mar 25, 2010 (Thursday)
- Where: River Tosca
- What: Operator Uniworld Ship River Tosca Length 13 Days Port Charges Not Included Starting City Cairo, Egypt Ending City Cairo, Egypt Regions... find out more
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Mar 18
Jewels of Egypt, the Nile, and Lake Nasser...
- When: Mar 18, 2010 (Thursday)
- Where: River Tosca
- What: Operator Uniworld Ship River Tosca Length 13 Days Port Charges Not Included Starting City Cairo, Egypt Ending City Cairo, Egypt Regions... find out more
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Mar 18
Jewels of Egypt, the Nile, and Lake Nasser...
- When: Mar 18, 2010 (Thursday)
- Where: Prince Abbas
- What: Operator Uniworld Ship Prince Abbas Length 13 Days Port Charges Not Included Starting City Cairo, Egypt Ending City Cairo, Egypt Regions... find out more
Recommended Hotels
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Safir Dokki Hotel(5 star hotel)- What?
- 3 star hotel.
- Where?
- City centre location, 1km from the EgyptianMuseum.
- Anything else?
- The hotel is recently renovated and offers almost 300 recently refurbished rooms. They are all air conditioned and offer satellite TV and mini-bar among other amenities. There is a health club and a swimming pool also located on-site.
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Om Kolthom Hotel(4 star hotel)- What?
- 3 star standard hotel.
- Where?
- Central location overlooking the Nile.
- Anything else?
- Hotel is dedicated to Egypt's most popular singer, Om Kolthoum. Each of the rooms are named after one of her songs. All are fully air-conditioned and have satellite television, a mini-bar and a private bathroom. A buffet breakfast is included.
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May Fair Hotel(1 star hotel)- What?
- Budget hotel.
- Where?
- On the island of Zamalek in Cairo, surrounded by the Nile.
- Anything else?
- All rooms have en-suite bathrooms, satellite TV and mini-fridge. Breakfast is served each morning. Free Wi-Fi internet access is available throughout the property.
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