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Cairo - capital of Egypt is a mandatory stop during explore that country. There is plenty attractions and monuments, that every tourist should see. It is also the largest city in Africa, situated on both banks of the Nile.

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What to see on a trip to Cairo.

Old Cairo

Old Cairo , Otherwise the Coptic Quarter is the oldest district of the city, a Christian enclave in Cairo. We find here a unique churches and religious buildings, beautiful icons and frescoes and carvings of ivory. Every tourist should see the Monastery of St.. George, where it is still promoted bundling the bodies of ritual chains, according to tradition, the saint. Also worth seeing Tomb of Suleiman al-Faransawi, inconspicuous small monument, which delights and surprises visitors Cairo . We should also see the Church of Sts. Barbara, the Church of Sts. Sergius and the Suspended Church, located at a height of several meters. Lovers of history should appeal to an exhibition at the Museum of Coptic are stored ancient works of religious art.

Islamic Cairo

This is a must for fans of Tales of the Thousand and One Nights. Here you will find bazaars and arcades, where we buy great souvenirs from holiday in Egypt . Be sure to also see Mosques - For example, Ibn Tulum - One of the oldest such buildings in the world. Let's find time to watch Mausoleum of Imam ash-Shaafi'ee - The largest Islamic tomb in the country. Be sure to choose a medieval fortress from before 700 years - the Citadel, one of the symbols of the city.

Giza - Sphinx and pyramids

What would a visit to the Cairo without seeing the legendary Sphinx , Which form the body of a lion and a human head. It is located about 20km from downtown Cairo, Giza . At over 70m long and 20m high will exert a great impression on us. To this day, is not known exactly when this statue was built, it is estimated that it was around 2500 BC Over the centuries, this statue surrounded by an aura of mystery, myths and legends - and no wonder - this building impresses everyone. Visiting Gize , We should also see the famous complex pyramids - Of Cheops pyramid at the head, which was recognized as one of the ancient seven wonders of the world.