Cairo
Cairo, also Known as “Qahirat El-Moeza" ,“The City of all Cities, “and “The City of a Thousand Minarets.” All these names are given by historians to the ancient city of Cairo, whose history dates back to the dawn of human civilization. Since the Pharaonic era, Cairo was the capital of Egypt under the name “Iunu City,” and it symbolized the unity of Northern and Southern Egypt. So, let’s find out more about the history of that fascinating city. Cairo, the capital of Egypt and one of Africa’s largest cities, has always been famous for its heritage and cultural diversity. It is also one of the world’s most important political and religious centres, given its strategic location on the western bank of the Nile River. It is bounded on the north by Qalyubia city, on the east and south by the Zahir El-Sahrawi Villages, and on the west by the Nile River and Giza city. Cairo is currently home to many government buildings and headquarters, such as the presidential palace, Egypt’s Cabinet and ministries, the House of Representatives, and the Central Bank. However, all these buildings will soon be relocated to the New Administrative Capital. Moreover, it is considered a prefecture-level city. It is simultaneously a city and a province in its own right. Although Cairo is Egypt’s largest city, it is the smallest Egyptian province. Cairo houses numerous monuments dating back to different eras, including Pharaonic, Greek, Roman, Coptic, and Islamic. There is no other place in the world that houses so many Islamic, modern, and military monuments, so it is no wonder that Cairo, as described by the famous Philosopher ibn Khaldun “wider than anyone has ever imagined.”
Cairo Attractions
10 best things to do in Cairo | Egypt Tour Packages
Find Must-see attractions in Cairo, Discover the best activities, and the best things to do in Cairo to Plan your Holiday.
National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
National Museum of Egyptian Civilization | Egypt Tour Packages
The National Museum of Civilization of is the only in Egypt that offers a general overview of all the different historical periods that encompass Egypt.
The Holy Family Church in Matareya
Catholic Church of the Holy Family (Mary's Tree) Holy Family in Egypt
The ancient Egyptian city of Ain Shams is where the Holy Family began their journey to the present-day city of Battery, which is now known as El-Matareya.
Church of the Virgin Mary in Haret Zuweila
Church of the Virgin Mary in Haret Zuweila | Holy Family in Egypt
The Church of the Virgin Mary in Haret Zuweila is the oldest church in the district of Haret Zuweila, near the Fatimid section of Cairo.
The Coptic Museum
Coptic Museum | Cairo, Egypt | Egypt Tour Packages
The Coptic Museum is a landmark in the history of the Egyptian art, confirming the immortality of this art and its inheritance .
Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church
Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church - Abu Serga | Holy Family in Egypt
Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church also known as Abu Serga, in Coptic Cairo is one of the oldest Coptic Christian churches in Egypt.
Virgin Mary Church in Maadi
Church of The Blessed Virgin Mary in Maadi | Holy Family in Egypt
Very special place and a beautiful church. Tradition holds that the holy family stopped here during their time in Egypt.
Baron Palace
Baron Empain Palace |Egypt Tour Packages
One of Egypt’s newly opened sites that must be added to your Cairo itinerary is the majestic Baron Empain Palace or as we Egyptians call it the BaronPalace
Citadel of Salah Al Din
Salah Al Din Citadel in Cairo | Egypt Tour Packages
Salah El-Din Citadel is one of the most important landmarks of Islamic Cairo, and one of the most luxurious military fortresses built in the middle ages.
Manial Palace and Museum
Prince Muhammad Ali Palace in Manial | Egypt Tour Packages
A must visit, you can’t be visiting Egypt and skip this masterpiece, the palace located on the Nile and its full of unique architecture.
Museum of Islamic Art in Cairo
museum of islamic art in cairo | Egypt Tour Packages
Huge Islamic art museum with over 100,000 exhibits spanning history in a grand restored building
Nilometer
Nilometer | Cairo, Egypt Tour Packages
A nilometer was a structure for measuring the Nile River's clarity and water level during the annual flood season.
Khan El Khalili all You need to know
Khan el-Khalili all You need to know | Egypt Tour Packages
Khan el-Khalili, located in Cairo, Egypt, is a well-known bazaar . It was originally established during the Mamluk era as a trading hub.
Egyptian Museum
The Egyptian Museum in Cairo | Egypt Tour Packages
The Egyptian Museum, is situated in Cairo, Egypt. It holds the world's biggest assortment of Egyptian antiquities, It houses over 120,000 items.
Best things to do in Cairo
Best things to do in Cairo | Egypt Tour Packages
Cairo is the initial destination for many tourists exploring Egypt. The Pyramids of Giza and the Egyptian Museum are the main attractions.
Best Things to do in Cairo at night
Best Things to do in Cairo at night | Egypt Tour Packages
The nightlife in Cairo offers a one-of-a-kind experience with exciting moments in this historic city of pyramids.
Top Activities to do in Cairo
Top Activities to do in Cairo | Egypt Tour Packages
Cairo, the vast city is often the initial destination for travelers exploring Egypt .
The Best Egypt Itinerary 7 Days
The Best Egypt Itinerary 7 Days | Egypt Tour Packages
Have only got a week to spend in Egypt and working out how to make 7 Days Egypt Travel Package? We Can help you to arrange a 7 Days Egypt Tour Package .
