Cairo Tower, Observation tower in Egypt
The Cairo Tower is a free-standing concrete tower located in Cairo, Egypt.
At 187 meters, it has been the tallest structure in Egypt and North Africa for about 50 years.
It's considered one of Egypt's most famous landmarks, symbolizing modernity and progress.
The tower offers a panoramic view of Cairo and houses a revolving restaurant and cafeteria.
The tower was built from 1954 to 1961 with a design inspired by the lotus plant.
Location: Zamalek
Location: Giza Governorate
Inception: 1961
Architect: Naoum Shebib
Official opening: 1961
Floors above the ground: 16
Elevators: 1
Height: 187 m
Material: Reinforced plastic
Website: cairotower.net
Source: Wikimedia
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