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Cairo is the capital city of Egypt. The word Cairo means "The Triumphant" or "The Vanquisher. It is the most populous metropolitan area of the continent of Africa. It is situated on the River Nile and has a rich history. It has also developed into a vibrant modern city with its cosmopolitan shopping malls, bars, restaurants and nightclubs.
Tourist attractions in Cairo:
Your trip to Cairo will be incomplete if you do not visit the Great Pyramids of Giza, Egyptian Antiquities Museum located at the heart of the city or the Saqqara. You are suggested to visit the Egyptian museum before visiting the pyramid, as it will help you to understand and appreciate the culture of the country. The Old Cairo contains Coptic Museum, Hanging Church, Babylon Fortress, the Greek Church of St. George, countless other Coptic churches, a Jewish Synagogue and Amr ibn al-'As Mosque.
Cairo is culturally rich. It has many music halls and art galleries. Some popular cultural spots of the city are Cairo Opera House, Cairo Geniza, Khedivial Opera House, Al-Azhar Park and many more. The people of Cairo are also fond of movies and arranges for Cairo International Film Festival.
Eating out at Cairo:
Do not forget to try the most popular Egyptian delicacy, Koshray. It is a traditional Egyptian meal that consists of rice, chick peas, macaroni, spaghetti, black lentils, garlic sauce and a highly spiced tomato chili sauce, all garnished with fried onions. Some of the prominent restaurants of Cairo include Way Out Sushi, Rotisserie Belvedere, Nile Bukhara, L'Aubergine, Mandarin Chinese Restaurant, Alfi Bey and others.
Shopping and Entertainment in Cairo:
Cairo offers an extraordinary range of shopping, nightlife and leisure activities. You can shop from the famous Khan el-Khalili souk. The market offers perfumes, gold, silver, spices, carpets, brass and copperware, glass, ceramics and leatherwork. You can also shop fabrics from well known street markets such as Wekala al-Balaq and Tentmakers Bazaar. The city is truly a shopper’s paradise. Enjoy the nightlife of Cairo at Bulls Eye Pub, Casino Libnan El Salam, Blues, The Promenade, Cairo Jazz Club, Pub 28 and others.
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How to reach Cairo:
Cairo has extensive rail system, road networks, maritime system and subway or metro system. As you fly to the city, you will marvel at the contrast it offers to you. On one hand, you will see the vast arid desert and on the other is the vibrant city life, which is full of modern amenities to offer you comfort. Land at the Cairo International Airport and enjoy your stay in the city. Keep exploring Cairo to make your trip a memorable one.
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