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maustin said
… the Khan el-Khalili bazaar in Cairo. It is THE place to go if you want to find bargains in Egypt,… continue reading »
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Real Travelers who've been here
Syerah said
…’s an enormous buffet with a dizzying selection of eggs, steaks, cold cuts, cereals, preserves and breads… continue reading »
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The most famous site in Egypt, and the one that appears on almost every tour package, this is the oldest and largest of the pyramids on the Giza Plateau. Built by the IV Dynasty pharaoh Khufu (better known as Cheops) around B.C... more
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The commentary might not impress you, but the dazzling light show and awe-inspiring backdrop of the Sphinx and Pyramids surely will. Three times a night in three different languages, the Sphinx plays the role of storyteller, na... more
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Designed by Imhotep, chief architect of the III Dynasty pharaoh Djoser, this six-tiered funerary chamber was the first pyramid. Prior to its construction, pharaohs were buried beneath rectangular mastabas. Imhotep created a pyr... more
Real Travelers who've been here
Syerah said
… of this is King Djoser’s pyramid also known as the Step Pyramid, in Saqqara.TEXT-ALIGN: justify… continue reading »
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Opened in 1988, the Opera House complex is a stunning jewel of postmodernist architecture incorporating Islamic and Pharaonic motifs. There are two opera halls, one of which is strictly jacket-and-tie while the other is a littl... more
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The first stop of the evening for Cairo's young and beautiful people, a DJ spins nightly in this highly acclaimed nightspot. With tasteful decor, good music and a buzzing crowd, it's hard to find a reason not to come here. The... more
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Opened in 1997, Katameya Heights is located in an attractive setting between Maadi and Heliopolis. It has an impressive array of recreational and social facilities including a golf course, tennis courts, spa, fitness club and s... more
Cairo Travel Experiences
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The Amazing Pyramids
<!--StartFragment--> A must see for many tourists in the world, Chad and I made this dream come true during our February break by hea... Continue reading »
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City Don’t Cry – Page and Plant
1-14-07 8amGot into Cairo last night and things are . . well surreal is the best word in mind. I heard about bad driver... Continue reading »
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I Missed My Camel Ride
We arrived back in Cairo at the Giza train station at about 5:45 in the morning and were met by none other then Ahkmet. He and George wer... Continue reading »
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Last days in Cairo
We got to Cairo in the morning, and dropped off our stuff at the hotel, before heading out again. We went first to the Step Pyramid... Continue reading »
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Crazy Cairo
Cairo makes Amman look organized. The traffic is constantly snarled and obeys no laws whatsoever. Crossing the street you hav... Continue reading »
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Popular Cairo Hotels
- Intercontinental Cairo Semiramis
- Fairmont Heliopolis
- Sofitel le Sphinx Cairo
- Sofitel Cairo Maadi Towers
- President Hotel
- Pyramisa Suites Hotel Casino CA
- Om Kolthoom
- Pyramisa Suites Hotel & Casino - Cairo
- Europa Cairo Hotel
- Holiday Inn CAIRO-CITYSTARS
Popular Cairo Things to Do
- Khan el-Khalili Bazaar
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- Pyramid of Cheops (Khufu)
- Pyramids Sound and Light Show
- Step Pyramid of Saqqara
- Cairo Opera House Performances
- Absolute
- Nomad Gallery
- Mobaco
- Katameya Heights Golf and Tennis Resort
Popular Cairo Restaurants
- Felfela
- Maison Thomas
- Kandahar
- Chicken Tikka
- Aubergine (L')
- Abou Shakra
- Petit Palmyra
- Da Mario
- Arabesque
- Carlo's Pizza
