Are you planning to travel to Cairo soon and are you looking for information? With our guide we can help you. Discover what to see , the recommended neighborhoods to stay in Cairo , the excursions you should not miss and much more.
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Are you planning to travel to Cairo soon and are you looking for information? With our guide we can help you. Discover what to see , the recommended neighborhoods to stay in Cairo , the excursions you should not miss and much more.
Cairo is a city that has always aroused curiosity as a gateway to the Arab world and for the fascinating conjunction between the modern lifestyle of one of the most important cities in the world and the meticulous Islamic traditions in a framework of picturesque architecture rich in Mohammedan, Christian, Pharaonic and Persianaspects . The main challenge presented by Cairo is, at the same time, its main wealth: cultural shock. It is easy to understand the vital appeal of a city that practically lives on tourism and you can start discovering with this tour guide and travel to Cairo. Known locally as the ” mother of all cities “, Cairo stretches over the banks of the Nile River for 40 km and in all its extent the landscape changes again and again: Narrow streets, large skyscrapers, medieval buildings, shopping centers , oriental bazaars, majestic churches and Islamic buildings that proliferate at either end of the city always in the midst of a great bustle . The area surrounding the Midan al-Tharir, the Liberation Square, is the most western style. But when you get away from there, in all directions, you can find picturesque neighborhoods and hectic markets.
The pyramids of Giza , , they are the emblem of the country and the greatest point of tourist interest. If you are fascinated by the secrets of the past, did you dream to see a miracle? Then you should definitely visit the Great Pyramid of Pharaoh Cheops – one of the seven wonders of the Ancient World. Previously located on the outskirts of Cairo, about 20 km. from the center of the city now an overgrown city envelops the Giza plateau, where the pyramid is located. Go explore the landmark in the morning to avoid the rays of the scorching sun. Go through the tunnel that leads to the burial chamber of the pharaoh Khufu.
Every tourist in Cairo needs to walk along Al Muiz – a street located in the heart of the old city – at the foot of the hill where the Citadel rises (Salah ad-Din fortress) – it connects the southern city gates of Bab al-Zuweil and the northern Bab al – Futuh. The uniqueness of the street lies in the various architectural monuments of the Middle Ages. Twilight is the best time for walking. When night falls on the city, medieval houses, palaces and mansions sparkle with colorful lights and are absolutely mesmerizing. In just half a day, the atmosphere reigning on Al-Muiz will captivate you. You will discover mosques, madrassas, caravan houses and other historical buildings, sometimes combined into whole complexes
Peace in this crazy city can be found in an unexpected place – in its center. More precisely, on Felucca in the middle of the Nile, watching the sunset over a bustling city. At your choice a comfortable yacht or motor boat. Cruises take from an hour to several days. Traveling on the Nile is truly relaxing. Birds hovering overhead, the sound of water and the rustle of coastal reeds, flickering historical monuments, which are not always easy to reach by land. Prepare the phone’s memory – you will want to take a lot of amazing photos. It is best to go on a cruise from October to mid-April. At this time, all the gateways are open and the weather is favorable for travel (no scorching sun). This journey will delight you, enrich you with new knowledge.
You can smoke hookah in Egypt in almost any cafe, but if you call this process smoking hookah, you may not understand, because the Egyptians smoke shisha. Shisha is not just a device for smoking tobacco, it is a ritual that is universally respected throughout Egypt. When smoking a hookah, two things should be remembered: this will not affect your consciousness and, yes, it contains nicotine. Choose a taste : double apple, peppermint with lemon, mango or even chocolate and enjoy an exotic ritual. Many hookahs have disposable mouthpieces and tubes. Hookah in the institutions of Cairo is designed primarily for men, but many five-star hotels are ready to accept each client.
