Cairo

Cairo

Capital of Egypt, its monuments extend from the ancient Egyptian times, whilst Christian, Jewish and Moslem places of worship are all within close proximity of each other. Visitors to Cairo cannot but notice its hustle and bustle, the heavy and at times chaotic traffic but above all the general welcoming nature of the city's inhabitants.

There are a number of places of interest in Cairo. One of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Pyramids at Giza, can be visited followed by a stroll to see the famous Sphinx close to the location of the great Pyramid.

Cairo Museum is the only place in the world which houses all the original treasures of King Tut Ankh Amoun together with other major and unique statues and objects of the Ancient Egyptian Civilization. There is also a section for the mummies of the ancient Pharaohs of Egypt.

Rural life in Egypt can still be seen in Cairo and you do not need to travel far to witness some of the rural agricultural activities which dates back to the ancient times and has survived into the modern age. It is not surprising when agricultural fields can be seen close to modern houses.

Modern Cairo is composed of high rise apartment buildings, together with governmental and non governmental offices all of which give Cairo the cosmopolitan nature of a country's capital.

Arriving in Cairo, visitors can easily enjoy a cultural experience visiting its monuments museums and stroll through the famous Khan Khalili bazaar where the art of bargaining soon becomes an essential means by which a number of gifts and souvenirs could be purchased.

All said a visit to Cairo can be a very informative and enjoyable experience provided visitors are guided and informed of the best and efficient way to utilize their stay.

Being the commercial heart of Egypt, Cairo has a number of international and national banks, bureau de change as well as numerous shops selling shoes, cotton articles, leather products, books, household articles and food. In addition to the hotels, a number of restaurants are available offering a variety of cuisines from different parts of the world.