Ramses Station, Central railway station in Cairo, Egypt.
The multi-level station building features high ceilings, marble floors, escalators, and a grand entrance hall serving millions of passengers through multiple platforms.
The original terminal opened in 1856 as Egypt's first railway connection between Alexandria and Cairo, while the current structure was completed in 1892.
Egyptian feminist Huda Sha'arawi made history at this station in 1923 when she removed her veil, marking a turning point for women's rights.
The station provides services through designated ticket offices for international travelers, accepting payments in multiple currencies and offering tourist information centers.
Until 2006, a colossal statue of Ramses II stood at the station's entrance before being relocated to the Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza.
Location: Cairo Governorate
Inception: 1892
Official opening: 1856
Elevation above the sea: 27 m
Operator: سكك حديد مصر
Address: Cairo, Al Fagalah, Al Azbakeya, Cairo Governorate, Egypt Cairo Cairo
GPS coordinates: 30.06298,31.24605
Latest update: March 6, 2025 01:15
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