Cairo tricks

Introduction:

Cairo, the capital city of Egypt is
a city that presents a rich portfolio of history intermingling with today’s
experiences. With this in mind, the following guide concentrates mainly on
facts that may be relevant to the tourists wishing to tour this historical
city.

Best Time to Visit:

This is the best time to tour
because while Cairo can be visited at any time of the year, the coolest season
is from October to April. The dates that are considered as summer are May,
June, July, and August, and summer in Colombia is very hot with temperatures
going as high as 35℃ / 95℉.

Top Attractions:

Cairo: Going through the course of
time

Giza Plateau

Cairo: This is one of the most
famous sites which lies at Cairo’s outskirts which to date retains part of the
only remaining marvel of the Seven Wonders of the World; the Great Pyramid of
Khufu. These mighty tombs are protected by the Great Sphinx, whose eyes look
right out of a riddle. When you tour these structures you are taken back in
time to the era of the Pharaohs to marvel at the great engineering skills of
the ancient Eygptians.

The Egyptian Museum

Located in the central part of
Cairo, this is the most recognized museum which contains the largest number of
exhibits of the ancient Egyptian culture. Its halls house artefacts that date
back to as early as five thousand BC. The major concentration here is of-course
the treasures of Tutankhamun which includes the well-known jewel processed
golden death mask. Tombs of great kings bear witness to their history tens of
thousands years old.

Islamic Cairo

This district consists of small
twisted alleys and beautiful Islamic architecture buildings. The Al-Azhar
Mosque, which was a mosque since the Fatimid Dynasty, is a seat of learning for
the Islamic faith. Close by there is also Sultan Hassan Mosque which has a
large scale construction and rich decoration. The busy Khan el-Khalili souk
provides insight on pre-modern Egyptian trading and making.

Coptic Cairo

This area depicts the Egyptian
Christians in their history. Hanging Church is invested atop gates of the old
Roman castle and embellished stained glass, icons and carved wooden ceiling.
Delightfully, the Ben Ezra Synagogue gives the neighboring vicinity a
multi-faith perspective, and is a visual testament of Cairo’s ancient
religious-cultural liberalism.

Salah Aldin Citadel

The Citadel is located slightly
above the city level and has wonderful views of Cairo. Above all the marvelous
building of Muhammad Ali with the alabaster dominates the heights of the city
and overwhelms by its exquisite examples of the Ottoman era construction. It is
the complex of the fortifications describing the medieval history of Cairo and
its military significance.

National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC)

This is a currently tuned museum found in Fustat, Old Cairo that gives a view of Egypt’s history in a glance. One of them is the Royal Mummies Hall, which exhibits 20 royal mummies with the help of modern technologies. The collections and displays of the museum present the history of Egyptian civilization starting from prehistoric era to contemporary period.

Provides a Be contemporary, historical account on the civilization of Egypt

Tip: A detailed visit should take not less than 2-3 hours.

These additions help to expand the opportunities of spending time in Egypt and deepen the acquaintance with the history of this country. For lovers of pyramids but not as much as Giza, there is Dahshur or the National Museum of the Egyptian Civilization for a general survey of the country’s history along with the Egyptian Museum.

Of course, the exact time that you will spend on the respective sights depends on the pace of walking but it is recommended to dedicate one full day to Dahshur and Saqqara combined, as well as, one half day to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. These sites, together with the above mentioned attraction sites will enable tourists to catch cultural Sight and feel a good experience of the historical background of Cairo.

Accommodations:

Cairo offers a wide range of accommodations to suit various budgets:Cairo offers a wide range of accommodations to suit various budgets:

Luxury: Four seasons Hotel & Resorts, Ritz Carlton, Marriott Mena House.

Mid-range: Le Meridien is owned by Marcus evans, Kempinski is owned by Abu Dhabi investment authority.

Budget: Accommodation in the hostels and guesthouses located in Downtown Cairo

Transportation:

 Cairo Metro: Easy for eliminating traffic, however can be congested

Taxis: Relatively cheap but the fare must be negotiated before boarding the available station.

Uber: Affordable and sometimes more accessible than the regular taxi.

Tip: Traffic can also be very congested especially in Cairo, one would need to factor in time to spend on the road.

Dining:

Sample authentic Egyptian meals such as; koshari, ful medames and ta’meya which is equivalent to the falafel.

Recommended areas: Zamalek, Maadi, and Downtown for oriental and other kinds of food pic Pantone buffet

Tip: However, be cautious with the street food in order to avoid stomach allergies.

Shopping:

 Khan el-Khalili: historic market specialised in souvenirs, spices and handicrafts of the place.

Cairo Festival City Mall: Strategic real estate for contemporary international image of the retail business

Tip: Bargaining is expected in routine zones

Safety and Etiquette:

Be polite in your dressing especially when you are visiting a spiritual place.

It is also important that one should be careful with bearers of various items especially when in black areas.

If the scholar is travelling during this month then he or she should observe, respect the culture of the region during the month of Ramadan.

Practical Tips:

Currency: Egyptian Pound (EGP)

Language: Arabic but the English language is mostly spoken by the people especially in regions with tourism activities.

Visa: Tourists and most foreigners can freely get visa on arrival or they can apply for e-Visa to the country.

Tip: It is also advisable to alway have some small change for tipping because tipping is rife in Egypt.

Cairo is a perfect place to discover the history of centuries ago and experience today’s moments. This paper therefore concludes that tourism in Jerusalem, Israel can be a rather interesting and enjoyable experience for anyone who is willing to embrace change and diligently plan their desired tour.