One of the largest cities in Africa for centuries, Cairo is amongst the world's most densely populated cities. Cairo has been the heart of Egypt for more than 1000 years and it offers a unique chance to see the medieval and the modern world come together in a mixture of mud-brick houses, towering modern office buildings, minarets and palm trees.
Today this bustling city keeps moving 24 hours a day and is full of life, atmosphere and Egyptian hospitality will ensure an enjoyable stay. Within Cairo lies five thousands years of culture, from the pyramids of the pharaohs, early Christian churches to the mosques of the Ottoman sultans.
Cairo is a must on our places to visit in Egypt. Whilst visiting, take a day trip to the pyramids of Giza, just a short journey west of Cairo. The pyramids are the only one of the original 7 wonders of the world that still remains, and definitely worth the visit.
