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}
Iraq’s Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) Prime Minister Masrour Barzani on Monday accused Iran of launching drone attacks targeting his office and the residence of the head of the Kurdish intelligence agency Parastin. Tehran denied the allegation and suggested the incident may have been a “false flag” operation. No casualties were reported in the attack, the …
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New York — OpenAI is rolling out a new “ChatGPT for Teens” experience that it says will provide additional safety protections for teen users. The move comes as OpenAI faces a string of lawsuits alleging that inappropriate conversations with ChatGPT contributed to the harm or deaths of young people. The experience will bring together new tools …
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The Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until the United States adheres to the terms of an interim agreement, Iranian chief negotiator and Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said on Tuesday, directly countering assertions by US President Donald Trump that the waterway is open. In a briefing to parliament, Ghalibaf stated that the strait will […]
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Talaat Moustafa Group’s (TMG) SouthMed project recorded EGP 118bn in sales since the beginning of 2026, raising its cumulative sales to EGP 520bn since its launch, as the North Coast accounted for 33 percent of total sales among Egypt’s top 10 real estate developers during the first half of the year. The North Coast ranked […]
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From five-star river ships to intimate dahabiyas, Egypt's luxury Nile cruise scene is experiencing a remarkable renaissance in 2026. Here's everything you need to know before you sail.
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When tourists visit the gentle, sun-kissed beauty of Aswan, one of the most cherished experiences is stepping inside the warmth of a Nubian house. The door is adorned with geometric motifs of crescents and triangles, complemented by a strand of colorful beads that hangs softly against its surface. The walls of the home come alive with striking Nubian art, featuring rhythmic diamonds and geometric motifs in vivid cobalt blue, bright orange, deep black, and white. Nearby, coffee is traditionally served in a dark, matte-clay jug with a rounded base, then poured into a ceramic cup decorated with delicate palm-tree motifs. There is usually a hand-painted clay censer that rests on the right side of the tray, its surface adorned with hand-drawn chevron patterns. Much of this visual language is born from the hands and imagination of Nubian women. Across generations, Nubian women have played an essential role in shaping the homes around them. With clay, straw, color, and imagination, they turn the simplest materials into expressions of beauty and belonging. But, what if these symbols could travel beyond Nubia’s homes and villages? What if their patterns, colors, and storiesContinue reading "Honoring the Visual Language of Nubian Women"
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Karim Badawi, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, has discussed with Halliburton the preparation of technical and economic studies on opportunities to increase oil and gas production across the country, with a focus on horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing. The studies will identify technically and economically viable applications based on the characteristics and production potential […]
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Fuel shortages have returned to parts of Russia in August, prompting authorities in at least 10 regions to reimpose restrictions on gasoline sales, according to Reuters citing regional authorities and media reports . Reuters witnesses said gasoline was unavailable at some petrol stations in the Moscow region on Monday, while diesel remained available at most […]
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