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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Explore Egypt’s capital with real walking tours, ancient site tours, and modern museum experiences.
Enjoy the lively streets and markets of Cairo in this high‑definition walking tour.
An immersive livestream‑style walking tour through different neighborhoods of Cairo.
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}
US strikes are increasing in number and now reaching beyond the coastal areas bordering the Strait of Hormuz, according to reports of explosions on Iranian media, signaling the increased intensity of this round of attacks. Overnight, most US bombing was still concentrated in areas along Iran’s southern coast but one attack struck a military facility …
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We’re going to miss this World Cup when it’s over next week. We were treated to two brilliant quarterfinals yesterday, which saw both England and Argentina advance to the last four at the expense of Norway and Switzerland. For England, it was all about one name: Jude Bellingham. I’ve given up on guessing where the …
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Egypt plans to replace its capital gains tax on stock market transactions with a stamp duty and cut value-added tax (VAT) on medical devices from 14 per cent to 5 per cent as part of a second package of tax facilities aimed at attracting investment and reducing burdens on businesses. The details of the new […]
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US President Donald Trump announced on Monday that Washington would immediately reimpose a naval blockade on Iran and keep the Strait of Hormuz open to commercial shipping “with or without Iran”, as the two countries exchanged a fresh wave of military strikes around the strategic waterway. Trump said the blockade would target Iranian vessels and […]
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For many Egyptians, the 2026 World Cup introduced a new name alongside Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush: Zico. The Pyramids FC winger, Mostafa Mohamed, quickly became one of Egypt’s breakout stars during the country’s historic run to the Round of 16, scoring crucial goals and earning praise for his performances on football’s biggest stage. But, behind the nickname that echoed across stadiums in North America is a story of hardship, street vending, and nights spent sleeping outdoors. Although fans and commentators know him as Zico, the player’s full name is Mostafa Mohamed Zaki Abdelraouf. The nickname followed him through Egypt’s lower leagues and eventually onto the World Cup stage, where it became one of the tournament’s surprise stories. Appearing on Amr Adib’s show following Egypt’s World Cup run, an emotional Zico recalled growing up in difficult financial circumstances. Through tears, he described waking up early to train before returning home to help his father sell goods on a mat laid out on the street, often taking over so his father could rest. “There were days when we did not have money to eat and we had debts,” he said. SpeakingContinue reading "Who Is Zico? The Story Behind Egypt’s World Cup Breakout Star"
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The sun is blazing, beach bags are coming out of storage, and group chats are filling up with plans for North Coast getaways. Across Cairo, gym classes are packed, and iced coffees are sipped on sunny terraces as everyone slips into summer mode. It is the season of feeling your best, looking your best, and making choices that leave you energized rather than weighed down. Fortunately, healthy eating in Cairo has evolved right alongside the city’s lifestyle. Gone are the days when eating clean meant forcing down bland salads or obsessively counting calories. As wellness culture continues to grow among Egyptians, more are looking for healthier alternatives that fit into their lifestyles. Here are some of the standout spots worth checking out this summer. Satisfying Cravings One of the brands leading this shift is Not Junk, which is proving that healthy eating does not require giving up your favorite comfort foods. The restaurant is located in Al Rehab but also offer delivery services through their website and through Talabat. From burgers and pizzas to sandwiches and wraps, the concept reimagines classic fast-food staples using lighter ingredients and healthier cooking methods.Continue reading "Cairo’s Guilt-Free Food Guide: Where to Eat Healthy This Summer"
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Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly met with Karim Badawi, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources; Ahmed Kouchouk, Minister of Finance (MoF); Hassan Abdalla, Governor of the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE); and Tarek El-Kholy, CBE’s Deputy Governor, to review efforts to increase Egypt’s strategic petroleum product stockpiles, ensure uninterrupted energy supply, and maintain stable local prices […]
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Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly met with Karim Badawi, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, to review key energy-related files, including Badawi’s recent international engagements, investment developments, and plans to boost Egypt’s energy production. Badawi briefed Madbouly on the outcomes of his recent visits to the United States (US), Russia, and Jordan. In the US, Badawi […]
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