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Ranked #1 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”Fantastic thing to do in the evening“ 05/19/2013
- ”i organized one :D“ 05/10/2013
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Ranked #2 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”Amazing but the hawkers...“ 05/21/2013
- ”Amazing sight!“ 05/17/2013
Category: Ancient Ruins; Museums
The plateau is home to the three great pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure as well as the Sphinx and numerous mastabas, tombs, and mortuary temples. The pyramids usually... more »
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Ranked #3 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”Wish we had spent whole day in this ar...“ 05/19/2013
- ”The Only Visitors“ 05/08/2013
Category: Ancient Ruins
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Ranked #4 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”Good pyramid to visit highly recommend“ 05/17/2013
- ”Interesting experience.“ 05/16/2013
Category: Ancient Ruins; Historic Sites
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This is one of the most extensive archaeological sites comprising many important monuments such as the Step Pyramid of...
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This is one of the most extensive archaeological sites comprising many important monuments such as the Step Pyramid of Djoser, Pyramid of Unas, Pyramid of Sekhemket, Mastaba of Ti and the deep underground Persian Tombs.
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Ranked #5 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”Another awesome pyramid!“ 05/17/2013
- ”History Close-Up“ 05/06/2013
Category: Ancient Ruins
An ancient arab proverb says it all, "Man fears time; time fears the pyramids". The Pyramid of Khufu (Keops in Greek) is the only remaining wonder of the ancient world. Built of... more »
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Ranked #6 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”Worth a visit“ 05/21/2013
- ”Beautiful Mosque“ 05/17/2013
Category: Religious Sites; Historic Sites
The Mohammed Ali Mosque crowns the Citadel of Salah ad-Din. Built between 1824 and 1857 in the Ottoman style, the mosque was intended to echo the great imperial mosques of the... more »
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Ranked #7 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”We could've spent DAYS here!“ 05/20/2013
- ”Choose your "must sees"“ 05/19/2013
Category: History Museums; Art Museums; Museums; Specialty Museums
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This famous museum houses the world’s largest collection of ancient Egyption artifacts (more than 120,000 items on display)...
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This famous museum houses the world’s largest collection of ancient Egyption artifacts (more than 120,000 items on display) featuring the famous Tutankhamun collection with its beautiful gold death mask and sarcophagus and the royal Mummy room, which houses an additional eleven Pharaonic dignitaries.
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Ranked #8 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”nice one“ 05/04/2013
- ”calm and great views“ 04/22/2013
Category: Parks
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Ranked #9 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”Beautiful medieval mosque“ 05/11/2013
- ”Not worth it“ 04/23/2013
Category: Historic Sites; Religious Sites
The Mosque of Sultan Hassan is one of the best examples of early Mamluk architecture in Cairo. The portal and courtyard are grand and imposing; its four niches were used for the... more »
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Ranked #10 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”Islamic Cairo“ 05/17/2013
- ”Smill the old“ 05/12/2013
Category: Neighborhoods
Islamic Cairo, the jewel of Cairo ... I This very special part of Cairo is centered around "El Hussein", that is how it is know to locals - but to... more »
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Ranked #11 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”The 2nd Pyramid!“ 05/17/2013
- ”Walking inside a Pyramid“ 04/28/2013
Category: Ancient Ruins
Only ten feet shorter in height and fifty feet shorter in width, Khafre's Pyramid nevertheless looks larger because it is built on higher ground. Part of the limestone facing... more »
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Ranked #12 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”Check out Chasing Pyramids programmes...“ 05/19/2013
- ”Better than Giza“ 05/19/2013
Category: Ancient Ruins; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Architectural Buildings
The Pyramid of Djoser is the showpiece of the necropolis at Saqqara. Built in the 27th Century BC by the first recorded architect, Imhotep, this is the prototype for all the... more »
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Ranked #13 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”Very interesting“ 05/17/2013
- ”A gem!“ 05/16/2013
Category: Architectural Buildings; Religious Sites
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This church, originally built in the ancient fortress of Babylon in Old Cairo around 4th century AD, derives its name from...
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This church, originally built in the ancient fortress of Babylon in Old Cairo around 4th century AD, derives its name from its location suspended above two Roman gate towers.
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Ranked #14 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”So glad we didn't miss Memphis and Sak...“ 05/20/2013
- ”visit the past to see the Beauty of th...“ 04/25/2013
Category: Monuments/ Statues
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Ranked #15 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”Impressive“ 05/20/2013
- ”Quite interesting, doesn't take too lo...“ 05/20/2013
Category: Museums
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Ranked #16 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”Shocking!!“ 05/18/2013
- ”Old City“ 05/17/2013
Category: Neighborhoods; Historic Walking Areas; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Once known as the Roman stronghold of Babylon, Cairo’s oldest section is the ancient heart of the Coptic Christian community...
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Once known as the Roman stronghold of Babylon, Cairo’s oldest section is the ancient heart of the Coptic Christian community featuring five original churches, the first mosque built in Egypt and the oldest synagogue, all representing three of the major world religions.
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Ranked #17 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”Favorite“ 04/26/2013
- ”Poorly Maintained“ 04/23/2013
Category: Religious Sites; Historic Sites
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This is considered one of Egypt's largest and oldest mosques, which was built between AD 876 and AD 879 by an Abbasid...
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This is considered one of Egypt's largest and oldest mosques, which was built between AD 876 and AD 879 by an Abbasid governor sent from Baghdad to rule over Egypt.
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Ranked #18 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”the safe heaven“ 04/09/2013
- ”An island like no other.“ 04/06/2013
Category: Islands; Neighborhoods
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This island is located in the Nile River between downtown Cairo and Giza, and is characterized by upscale hotels, restaurants...
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This island is located in the Nile River between downtown Cairo and Giza, and is characterized by upscale hotels, restaurants and pleasant gardens.
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Ranked #19 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”Citadel“ 05/17/2013
- ”A Definite "To See" In Cairo“ 05/09/2013
Category: Architectural Buildings; Religious Sites; Military Bases/ Facilities; Historic Sites; Neighborhoods
This massive stone fortress, begun by Salah ad-Din in 1176 was home to Egypt's rulers for 700 years. Egypt's diverse heritage can be seen in the fortifications, palaces, mosques... more »
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Ranked #20 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”The oldest university in Africa“ 05/13/2013
- ”amazing historical place“ 05/10/2013
Category: Religious Sites; Educational Sites
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The oldest university in the world is built around this ancient mosque, which has been the center of Islamic scholarship...
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The oldest university in the world is built around this ancient mosque, which has been the center of Islamic scholarship since 975 AD.
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Ranked #21 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”Lovely street“ 04/26/2013
- ”Absolutely do not miss this!!“ 04/07/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Cairo's main street which recently became pedestrian only is filled with historic sites.
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Ranked #22 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”wonderful sphinx in memphis“ 03/17/2013
- ”In Memphis“ 03/07/2013
Category: Monuments/ Statues
This impressive monument weighing eighty tons was carved to honor an unknown Pharaoh during the 18th Dynasty. Made of calcite, a type of alabaster, the sphinx is 26 feet long and... more »
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Ranked #23 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”A spare 30 minutes here is worth a vis...“ 03/17/2013
- ”Nice & Interesting!“ 03/01/2013
Category: Dams
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Ranked #24 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”you will know a lot about islamic art...“ 05/03/2013
- ”excellent experience“ 04/22/2013
Category: History Museums; Art Museums
Closed for renovations
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Ranked #25 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”The culture face of cairo ,,“ 05/13/2013
- ”Classy“ 05/13/2013
Category: Operas; Ballets
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This cultural venue, which is comprised of two opera halls and an open-air theatre, is shared by both the Cairo Ballet...
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This cultural venue, which is comprised of two opera halls and an open-air theatre, is shared by both the Cairo Ballet Company and the Cairo Opera Company.
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Ranked #26 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”more comfortable“ 09/24/2012
- ”Interesting and differnet“ 08/16/2012
Category: Monuments/ Statues; Ancient Ruins
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Pharaoh Ramses II statue has stood in a square outside Cairo's main railway station for 50 years. The statue is is 3,200...
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Pharaoh Ramses II statue has stood in a square outside Cairo's main railway station for 50 years. The statue is is 3,200 years old and weighs 83 tons.
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Ranked #27 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”Khan Al-Khalili“ 05/17/2013
- ”Heart of Egypt“ 05/13/2013
Category: Flea/ Street Markets; Malls; Architectural Buildings
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Located in the heart of Islamic Cairo, this busy and colorful open-air bazaar is filled with unique and exotic items from...
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Located in the heart of Islamic Cairo, this busy and colorful open-air bazaar is filled with unique and exotic items from spices and perfumes to jewelry and souvenirs.
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Ranked #28 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”The most impressive historical mansion...“ 04/08/2013
- ”Nice and well maintained“ 01/26/2013
Category: Art Museums; Historic Sites
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This museum features the items of antiquity collected by John Gayer-Anderson, a British member of the Egyptian civil service...
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This museum features the items of antiquity collected by John Gayer-Anderson, a British member of the Egyptian civil service in the 1930s and ‘40s, who restored two adjacent 16th- and 17th-century houses decorated with mashrabiyya screens and marble inlays.
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Ranked #29 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”One of the biggest and oldest“ 05/13/2013
- ”Wonderful mosque“ 03/17/2013
Category: Religious Sites
The Mosque of al-Rifai was founded in 1819 and never finished until 1912. The interior is furnished with many splendid tombs including those of King Farouk, and the last Shah of... more »
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Ranked #30 of 144 attractions in Cairo
- ”Pyramids Evening light show“ 05/07/2013
- ”Beautiful Show“ 04/28/2013
Category: Performances
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Every day when the sun sets, the bustling city of Cairo, the famous pyramids on the Giza plateau south of Cairo are absorbed...
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Every day when the sun sets, the bustling city of Cairo, the famous pyramids on the Giza plateau south of Cairo are absorbed in the darkness of the night, however, the great light and sound show bring them to life again. Thousands of years have passed since the Pharaohs walked on this Earth, but with your imagination and our show, we bring the history alive to you; every show provides attendees with a learning experience about ancient Egypt as of its significant beginning, the pyramids
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