Cairo, Capital city in northeastern Egypt.
Cairo extends along both banks of the Nile River, with modern buildings standing next to ancient monuments and traditional Islamic architecture.
The Fatimid dynasty established Cairo in 969 CE as their capital, constructing the Al-Azhar Mosque which later developed into an educational institution.
The Egyptian Museum in Cairo contains over 120,000 artifacts from ancient Egypt, including the complete collection from Tutankhamun's tomb.
The city metro system operates three lines that connect major districts, offering an efficient way to navigate through the heavy traffic.
The Khan el-Khalili bazaar, established in 1382, remains an active marketplace where merchants sell spices, textiles, and traditional crafts.
Location: Cairo Governorate
Inception: July 6, 0969
Elevation above the sea: 23 m
Website: https://cairo.gov.eg
GPS coordinates: 30.04439,31.23573
Latest update: November 1, 2025 18:35
The historical monuments of Cairo range from ancient pyramids to medieval mosques. The religious heritage includes Coptic churches and Fatimid mosques. Museums exhibit collections of Egyptian antiquities, including the treasures of Tutankhamun. The historic center features traditional souks, Ottoman palaces, and Mameluke fortifications. The monumental historical sites extend from ancient pyramids to medieval mosques, covering a wide array of architectural styles and eras.
Great Pyramid of Giza
12.2 km
Memphis
21.3 km
Egyptian Museum
442 m
Al-Azhar Mosque
2.6 km
Baron Empain Palace
10.3 km
Narmer Palette
446 m
Cairo Citadel
3 km
Al-Sayeda Zainab Mosque
1.5 km
Sayeda Aisha Mosque
3 km
Cairo Tower
1.1 km
Al-Fustat
4.4 km
Khan el-Khalili
2.5 km
Mosque of Ibn Tulun
2.2 km
Muhammad Ali Mosque
2.9 km
Al-Hussein Mosque
2.7 km
Abdeen Palace
1.2 km
Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan
2.5 km
Aisha Fahmy Palace
1.9 km
Hanging Church
4.4 km
Cairo Geniza
4.3 km
Manial Palace and Museum
2 km
Al-Azhar Park
2.8 km
Al-Sayeda Nafeesah Mosque
2.9 km
Al-Rifa'i Mosque
2.4 km
Saint Mark's Coptic Orthodox Cathedral
4.9 km
Islamic Cairo
2.6 km
Sakakini Palace
3.8 km
Al-Hakim Mosque
2.9 kmReviews
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