Cairo is the capital and largest city of Egypt and the Cairo Governorate, being home to more than 10 million people. It is also part of the largest urban agglomeration in Africa, the Arab world, and the Middle East. The Greater Cairo metropolitan area is one of the largest in the world by population with over 22 million people.
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Experience the Giza plateau with this in‑depth walking tour among the pyramids and the iconic sphinx.
Discover the world’s largest museum dedicated to a single civilization — all set near the Giza Plateau, with spectacular artifacts and exhibits. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Explore the historic Khan el‑Khalili bazaar, one of Cairo’s most famous street markets and cultural hubs.
The Pyramids of Giza — including the Great Pyramid of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure — and the Great Sphinx are among the most iconic monuments of ancient Egypt, part of the Giza Plateau just outside modern Cairo. They remain top destinations for travelers exploring Egyptian history. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is the world’s largest archaeological museum dedicated to a single civilization, located near the Giza Plateau. It houses vast collections of ancient artifacts, including spectacular Tutankhamun treasures, and opened officially in late 2025. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
Khan el‑Khalili has been a bustling market and cultural center for centuries, with spices, crafts, and traditional Egyptian street culture. It’s one of the best places in Cairo to experience local life. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
Cairo blends ancient heritage, dynamic city life, and cultural depth — making it one of Africa’s most fascinating capitals to visit. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
The National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics (NRIAG), affiliated with the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, revealed a groundbreaking study uncovering the engineering secrets that has allowed the Great Pyramid of Khufu to withstand earthquakes for over 4,600 years. The study was published in the prestigious journal Scientific Reports, part of the …
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World-renowned opera singer Andrea Bocelli has announced a new concert in Cairo on Tuesday, May 26, as part of his “Romanza” world tour, celebrating its 30th anniversary. Bocelli shared the concert poster on Facebook, writing: “I am very pleased to announce that the 30th anniversary Romanza tour will be held in Cairo on May 26. …
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Saudi Arabia’s Sela, a Public Investment Fund company, and Egypt’s Talaat Moustafa Group (TMG) have launched a strategic consortium to create and manage an integrated entertainment ecosystem and live events in Egypt. The agreement was launched in the presence of Turki bin Abdulmohsen Alalshikh, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment […]
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In the presence of His Excellency Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), Sela, a Public Investment Fund company and one of Saudi Arabia’s leading entertainment and destination developers, announced the launch of a strategic consortium with Talaat Moustafa Group (TMG), one of Egypt’s largest real estate and urban development companies, aimed at […]
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Giancarlo Esposito, an American actor and director best known for his roles in Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, shared moments from his visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum this week, posting a video of himself seeing the Pyramids of Giza for the first time. “History feels different when you’re standing in its presence,” Esposito wrote in an Instagram post. “Eternally grateful for this beautiful experience in Egypt at the Grand Egyptian Museum.” The actor also described “remaining in wonder” as “a magical way to live” while sharing clips from inside the museum and around the Giza Plateau. Located near the Pyramids of Giza, the Grand Egyptian Museum is one of Egypt’s largest cultural projects and is the world’s biggest archaeological museum dedicated to a single civilisation. The museum houses thousands of ancient Egyptian artifacts, including objects linked to King Tutankhamun’s collection. In recent months, the Grand Egyptian Museum has continued to draw international attention following its opening, with several high-profile figures visiting the site, including Will Smith, and Tom Hanks during trips to Egypt.
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Egypt, on Thursday, 21 May, condemned what it described as the inauguration of an alleged “embassy” for the “Republic of Somaliland” in occupied East Jerusalem, asserting that the move is illegal, rejected, and incompatible with international law. In its statement, Egypt stated the move violates the legal and historical status of occupied Jerusalem and reaffirmed its refusal to recognize any unilateral steps that aim to legitimize an “illegal reality” there. The Egyptian government emphasized that East Jerusalem has been occupied Palestinian territory since 1967 and stressed that any attempts to alter its legal and historical status produce no legal effect. Egypt also underlined that East Jerusalem’s status as occupied Palestinian territory is reflected in relevant UN Security Council resolutions, including resolutions 242, 252, and 2334, which state that measures taken by Israel to change the city’s status have no legal validity and amount to a violation of international law. Alongside its position on Jerusalem, Egypt reiterated its “full support” for the unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Somalia, while rejecting any unilateral measures that undermine Somali unity or sovereignty. The condemnation was issued amid escalatingContinue reading "Egypt Condemns ‘Somaliland’ Embassy Opening in Occupied East Jerusalem"
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