As the capital of Egypt, its identity is based on thousands of years of history. This amazing city is full of life and its lively personality is unique. With busy streets and non-stop activity, Cairo offers both a modern feel and the quirkiness on which the city was built. On the banks of the Nile River, you will not find a more colorful place than Cairo. There is a lot to do in Cairo. It is a beautiful city that suits almost any lifestyle.

Upon arrival, newcomers find Cairo an exciting city full of energy, color and adventure. They also enjoy the immediate and open friendliness of the locals. The official language in Cairo is Arabic. However, English and French are widely spoken. Visitors to the Dahabiya Tour who are not familiar with Arabic or French will find it easier to adjust to the culture if they take the initiative to learn some common phrases.

Cairo is located along the Nile River and stretches for 40 km from north to south. The people of Cairo are proud to call their city the "Mother of all cities". Cairo or Al-Qaira is not only the capital of Egypt, but also the largest city in the Middle East and Africa. Cairo lies on strategic routes leading to the three continents of Asia, Africa and Europe. In Cairo, the Nile River is divided into two branches: Rosetta and Damietta. The 2000 year old city is a melting pot of Islamic, Christian Coptic and Jewish cultures that flourish to this day.

Memphis and Saqqara

Memphis, built by King Menes, is the oldest capital of Egypt and is located 24 km from Cairo. The museum exhibits a statue of Ramesses II built from fine-grained limestone. The statue is 13 meters long and weighs 120 tons. Other interesting monuments in Memphis are the Temple of the Embalming of the Sacred Bull of Apis. Saqqara is an ancient Egyptian cemetery on a desert plateau near Cairo. Nearby are the Step Pyramid built for King Djoser by Imhotep, the Pyramids of Unas of the pharaohs of the Fifth Dynasty, the Serapeum, the Circle of Greek Philosophers and Mastabas, Ptah-Hotep, Ti and Mereruki.

Churches in Cairo

Churches in Cairo are located mainly near the ruins of the Babylonian fortress in the old city of Cairo. Churches worth visiting are Al-Muaallaqa (Hanging) Church, Abu Sergah (St. Sergius) Church, Sitt Varvara (St. Barbara) Church, Abu Mina (St. Mena) Church, Abu Sefeyn (St. Macarius) Church, Al -Adra (Theotokos), the Church of Our Lady of Zaytun, the Church of Mari Girgis (Saint George) and the Cathedral of Al-Kiddis Morkos (Saint Mark). The Coptic Museum has a rare collection of ancient Christian relics such as architectural sections, icons, manuscripts and textiles.

Mosques in Cairo

Important mosques worth visiting in Cairo are Amr ibn al-Aas (Al-Fustat) Mosque, Ahmed ibn Tulun Mosque, Al-Azhar Mosque, Sultan Hassan Mosque, Al-Refai Mosque, Al-Moayed Mosque, Blue Mosque and Alabaster Mohammed Ali Mosque. Other Islamic attractions in the city are the fortress of Salah ad-Din (Saladin), the house of Gamal ad-Din ad-Dhahabi, the house of Gamal ad-Din ad-Dhahabi and the Museum of Islamic Art (Bab al-Din). -Hulk).

Modern structures

The National Cultural Center (Opera Theatre) is a 7-storey building built on the site of the old Opera House, which burned down forty years ago. Opened in October 1988, it was the result of a collaboration between Japanese and Egyptian architects. The center is equipped with high-tech audiovisual systems, has 3 theaters, rehearsal rooms, a museum and a library. The Cairo Tower (Gezira) is a 180 m high building with a revolving restaurant and a cafeteria on the top two floors. The pharaonic village successfully recreates the lifestyle of the ancient Egyptians. The Khan Al Khalili Bazaar and Sag consist of several shops built in the 14th century AD. The area is known for its wide range of gold and silverware, embroidered fabrics, leather goods and handcrafted wood products. The Military Museum (Citadel) is rich in collections of ancient and modern weapons, statues, military uniforms and exhibits of Egyptian military art from the very beginning. Enjoy visiting Dahabeya boats including the Andalusian Gardens, Kanter al-Khairey Gardens, Zamalek Fish Gardens and Nasr International Garden.