Cairo is the capital of Egypt. The metropolitan area of the city is one of the largest in Africa, the largest in the Middle East and also the Arab world.

Cairo has for long been a centre of the region’s political and cultural life and is titled “the city of a thousand minarets” for its preponderance of Islamic architecture.

For all the people who have a passion for history or adventure, a visit to Cairo should be a definite item in their bucket-list. It is home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World – the Pyramids of Giza –and the Egyptian capital features stunning beaches, vibrant marketplaces, and also has an entertaining nightlife.

Choosing a good Cairo tour package will help tourists see how much the town has grown, while still retaining its ancient history.While the amazing Pyramid view is a complete necessity, there are many other experiences, waiting for the tourists. Cairo can be named as a city of contrasts largely because there are decades old monuments and there are modern places to see.

Tourists will be surprised to see how spectacular nightlife the city offer, and party enthusiasts will enjoy the atmosphere in the jazz clubs.

But if you’re visiting for the first time, the city can be sometimes quite overwhelming in nature. You’re likely to encounter an array of dishes you’ve never heard of during your trip to Cairo, and that’s all part of the fun. Make a list of some of the main Egyptian meals you’d like to try on your trip, from Mahshi (ie stuffed vine leaves) and Fiteer (the Egyptian equivalent of a pizza), to Torshi (ie pickled vegetables) and Hawawshi (kind of like a cross between an empanada and pasty). And if you’re feeling brave, you can ask the locals to order for you as well 😊

There is so much more to see in the capital city as well but the majority of visitors will use Cairo as the main entry point of the country before wandering off to other parts of the country. The ancient Pyramids being here is enough to make this a must visit place and it would be a travesty to visit Egypt without seeing the Pyramids!