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}
San Juan, Puerto Rico AP — Armed men in Haiti have kidnapped James Boyard, cabinet director of the Defense Ministry and a highly respected security expert who also serves as inspector general of Haiti’s police, a person with the knowledge of the situation said Saturday. He is the highest-ranking official to be kidnapped in the gang-wracked …
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Kyiv — A prominent Ukrainian monastery complex in the heart of Kyiv was set on fire following a massive Russian attack overnight into Monday that killed at least four people and wounded more than a dozen in the capital, according to local authorities. Images showed flames billowing from the UNESCO-listed Kyiv Pechersk Lavra, which traces its …
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Minister of Finance Ahmed Kouchouk has announced the launch of the first mobile application for real estate tax services, enabling citizens to submit property tax returns, make advance payments, settle outstanding liabilities, and apply electronically for exemptions on primary family residences. Kouchouk explained that property owners with multiple units will be able to file a […]
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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Monday that the proper implementation of the memorandum of understanding reached with the United States could mark the beginning of “a new phase” for both Iran and the wider Middle East, as governments around the world welcomed the agreement and voiced hope that it would bring lasting stability to […]
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Egypt opened their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a 1-1 draw against Belgium, as Emam Ashour scored before a Mohamed Hany own goal levelled the match.
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President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi will participate in the Group of Seven (G7) Summit, set to take place in Évian, France, from 15 to 17 June, according to a statement from the Egyptian Presidency on Sunday, 14 June. The G7 is an informal bloc comprising Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The group meets annually to discuss major global economic and political issues, regularly inviting a number of partner countries and international organizations to participate in its discussions. According to Presidential Spokesperson Mohamed El-Shenawy, this year’s summit will address a range of topics, including strengthening global economic growth, resolving international geopolitical crises and their impact on trade, energy, and supply chains, and accelerating progress toward the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Discussions are also expected to focus on international cooperation in digital transformation and artificial intelligence. El-Sisi is scheduled to hold a number of bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the summit, including talks with US President Donald Trump. The presidency said Egypt’s participation reflects the country’s role in supporting development and stability efforts across the Middle East. This will be El-Sisi’s second participation inContinue reading "El-Sisi to Attend G7 Summit in France"
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Qalaa Holdings, a leading MENA‑focused investment company, announced that its ownership stake in TAQA Arabia could rise from 6.2% currently to more than 55% by 2029 if it exercises its rights to purchase additional shares from other TAQA Arabia shareholders, according to a disclosure to the Egyptian Exchange (EGX). The disclosure explains that Qalaa retains […]
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Iraq has formally requested Türkiye to extend the existing Kirkuk-Ceyhan oil pipeline agreement for at least one year, as both sides continue negotiations on a new long-term accord, according to Ali Nizar, head of the State Organization for Marketing of Oil (SOMO), Reuters reported. Nizar stated that Baghdad submitted the request to Ankara to secure […]
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