Things to Do in Cairo

Cairo is home to the Great Pyramid of Giza, the only surviving wonder of the ancient world, built around 2560 BCE as a tomb for Pharaoh Khufu.

The Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square houses the world's largest collection of ancient Egyptian artefacts, including the treasures of Tutankhamun discovered in 1922.

Cairo sits on the Nile River, the world's longest river at 4,130 km, and the city's entire existence depends on this waterway for water and historically for agriculture.

Khan el-Khalili, Cairo's centuries-old bazaar, has been a major trading hub since the 14th century and remains one of the most vibrant souks in the Arab world.

Cairo is the most populous city in Africa with over 20 million people in its metropolitan area, making it one of the world's largest cities by population.

The city's Islamic Cairo district contains over 600 historic mosques and madrasas, earning it UNESCO World Heritage status for its outstanding medieval Islamic architecture.