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}
Washington DC and Seoul, South Korea — President Donald Trump announced Sunday that the United States would reduce military exercises with key regional ally South Korea, just hours before they were due to get underway, citing his positive relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Seoul’s lack of assistance with Iran. “Based on my …
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While warning of the rise of socialism on the left, President Donald Trump is simultaneously conducting his own experiments in economic theory, putting his nationalist spin on American capitalism. The fear of socialism is built on the idea that government intervention stifles free private enterprise, which capitalists view as the bedrock of American greatness. Trump, …
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A senior Iranian official warned on Monday that Tehran will escalate tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and the wider region, launching an attack if the United States fails to implement a memorandum of understanding within weeks. The threat came as the 60-day deadline stipulated in the “Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding” between the US and […]
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Egypt plans to establish a new investment entity to coordinate its investments in Africa and is urging the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) to expand its backing for continental infrastructure and trade initiatives, Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said on Sunday. Abdelatty, who serves as Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates, […]
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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. 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 stories could be reimagined through the language of modern luxury fashion, creating a bridge between heritage and contemporary design? While ancient Egyptian motifs have long found their wayContinue reading "Honoring the Visual Language of Nubian Women"
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President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and Jared Kushner, US President Donald Trump’s son-in-law and a member of the Gaza Executive Board under the Board of Peace, discussed developments in Gaza and the wider Middle East during a meeting in El Alamein, North Coast, on Sunday, 16 August. According to a statement by the Egyptian Presidency Office, El-Sisi stressed the need for all parties to fulfil their obligations under the Gaza ceasefire agreement.The meeting was attended by Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and Head of Egypt’s General Intelligence Service Hassan Rashad. The two sides also discussed developments across the Middle East, with El-Sisi stressing the need to address the region’s ongoing crises and continue efforts to support regional and international security and stability. During the meeting, Kushner conveyed greetings from Trump to El-Sisi. The Egyptian president, in turn, asked him to convey his greetings to the US president. Kushner also praised Egypt’s role in addressing regional issues and described Cairo as a key partner for the United States in the Middle East, according to the presidency. The talks come amid efforts to advance the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement, reached duringContinue reading "El-Sisi, Jared Kushner Stress Need to Uphold Gaza Ceasefire Agreement"
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The Mineral Resources and Mining Industries Authority (MRMIA) has set closing dates between August 18 and 20, 2026 for bids on nine available mining blocks including phosphate, gold, and talc, located in the Western Desert. Bidding for Ph35 and Ph37 will close on August 18, while Cg73 and Cg74 will close on August 19. Bids […]
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The full settlement of arrears owed to international oil companies, together with higher domestic fuel prices, is expected to support Egypt’s oil and gas production, improve the Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation (EGPC )’s operating profitability and ease its financial pressures, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) report on the results of its seventh review […]
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