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}
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky welcomed US approval of a potential $2.1 billion sale of 500 vital Patriot interceptor missiles on Friday, but warned that it may take “a few years” for them to arrive. “We are asking our American partners to find a solution for the time when there is a real danger and a …
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With most votes counted, Israel’s election has produced no clear winner, setting up weeks – and possibly months – of political uncertainty. Several outcomes and scenarios may come into play. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s right-wing bloc has lost the majority it held in the outgoing parliament. With about 53 seats projected, it falls short of …
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Shell Lubricants Egypt (SLE) has agreed to supply specialised oils and fluids for BYD vehicles, including new energy vehicles (NEVs), in a partnership with MANDREAM, the sole authorised importer and distributor of the automaker in Egypt. The agreement expands Shell’s presence in the growing NEV market, allowing the company to supply products specifically designed for […]
Egypt’s exports of medicinal and aromatic plants and related products reached around $852m in 2025, Agriculture Minister Alaa Farouk said on Saturday, as the government seeks to expand local processing and increase value added across the sector. Farouk made the remarks at the opening of the fifth Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Festival at the Agricultural […]
La Viennoise, a 130-year-old heritage building in Downtown Cairo, is being transformed into a retail and cultural destination, with new restaurants, cafés, and local brands opening as the latest phase of its restoration nears completion. Located at the intersection of Champollion and Mahmoud Bassiouny streets, the building was constructed in 1896 and is known for its Italian Renaissance-style architecture. The project is being developed by Al Ismaelia for Real Estate Investment, which acquired the building in 2009 as part of its efforts to restore historic properties in Downtown Cairo. Al Ismaelia for Real Estate Investment acquired the building in 2009, with restoration work beginning in April 2016. The project, developed in collaboration with Alchemy and Ebony & Ivory, took approximately two years before the building reopened in May 2018. The latest phase focuses on transforming its courtyard into a retail and dining space in collaboration with Zaro Architects and Alchemy Group. The restored courtyard will accommodate nine local businesses, including Italian restaurant Andiamo, specialty coffee shop Floating Cups, homeware brand ANŪT, and art and design gallery Le LAB. Other businesses joining the space include Santriyya, Maison Gamil, Beauts, Mix &Continue reading "Historic La Viennoise Building Reopens in Downtown Cairo"
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Three people, including a bus driver, were killed and 25 others were injured on Friday, 30 October, when a passenger bus collided with a heavy truck loaded with sand on the road between Hurghada and Ras Gharib, officials said. The crash occurred about 6 miles past the Jabal al-Zeit area, in the direction of Ras Gharib, in Red Sea Governorate. Other reports placed the site at the 95th kilometer marker of the road. Local news reports said the bus struck the truck from behind, partly blocking traffic. Photographs from the scene, however, showed the front of the bus badly crushed. Five of the injured were foreign nationals: a French citizen, an Italian and three Russians, according to Egyptian news outlets. Dozens of ambulances were dispatched, and the injured were taken to nearby hospitals, with injuries ranging from moderate to critical, including fractures and bruises. The Red Sea Governorate’s health undersecretary, Ismail al-Arabi, visited the injured at Ras Gharib Central Hospital, and some of the most serious cases were transferred to Hurghada General Hospital. Security and traffic officials cleared the wreckage and restored the flow of traffic. Prosecutors opened an investigationContinue reading "Three Dead, 25 Injured as Bus Hits Truck on Egypt’s Red Sea Highway"
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