Trip in Cairo

The name of the Coptic Cairo district reflects the ancient Christian community known as the Copts, who have a long history in Egypt. Coptic Cairo is a part of Old Cairo it is home to many important sites of early Christianity in Egypt.

The Hanging Church (Saint Virgin Mary’s Coptic Orthodox Church): One of the oldest churches in Egypt, built in the 3rd century, known for its beautiful architecture and its location suspended above a Roman fortress gate.

Ben Ezra Synagogue: Originally a church, it is one of the oldest Jewish temples in Cairo and is significant to the Jewish history of the region.

Islamic Cairo is a historic area where you can see the rich Islamic heritage of Egypt. This part of the city is famous because of its stunning Islamic architecture, mosques, Islamic schools, and markets that date back to the Islamic Golden Age.

Salah el din Citadel:  A medieval Islamic fortification that offers panoramic views of Cairo and houses several important mosques, including the Mosque of Muhammad Ali, known for its large dome and Ottoman-style architecture.

The Mosque of Muhammad Ali: is one of the most iconic landmarks in old Cairo. The mosque is located in Salah El Din Citadel itself.  It’s also known as the Alabaster Mosque because the use of alabaster continues inside, covering the lower walls and columns.

The mosque’s design is heavily influenced by Ottoman architecture. The interior of the mosque is spacious and richly decorated, with a large central prayer hall. The intricate designs and inscriptions from the Quran. The mosque also houses the tomb of Muhammad Ali pasha.

Amr Ibn Al-As Mosque: The Mosque of Amr Ibn Al-As is recognized as the first mosque built on the African continent, it was founded by Amr Ibn Al-As. It was a center for Islamic learning and a place where important decisions were made during the early years of Islamic rule.

Old Cairo is a district in the Southern Area of Cairo, encompassing the area from the Cairo Aqueduct to the north, to the Ring Road in the south, and from the Khalifa cemetery to the east, to the Nile Corniche in the west, as well as Roda Island, or Manial el-Roda.

The Great Pyramid of Khufu: the first and the largest pyramid of the three pyramids of Giza it is suggested that it took 20 years to build, with 10 years alone spent preparing the site and building the causeway.

Pyramid of Khafre: the second pyramid and it is believed to have taken a similar amount of time to construct, around 20 to 25 years.

Pyramid of Menkaure: The third pyramid and the smallest of the three likely took less time to build, possibly 15 to 20 years.

The Sphinx is a monumental statue located In the Giza government with the three pyramids of Giza. It is a limestone statue with the body of a lion and the head of a human.

The Great Sphinx of Giza is approximately 73 meters (240 feet) long and 20 meters (66 feet) high.

There are many theories that it is talking about this topic but the most widely accepted theory is that the Great Sphinx of Giza was built as a guardian figure for the Giza Pyramid complex. The Sphinx, with its lion’s body and human head, symbolized strength and wisdom, qualities that were believed to protect the pharaohs in their journey to the afterlife. The Sphinx is strategically placed to face east, where the sun rises, symbolizing the dawn of life and rebirth.

It is a pyramid that was built by King Sneferu and it is located in the Dahshur necropolis, about 40 kilometers (25 miles) south of Cairo, It stands approximately 104 meters (341 feet) tall and has a base length of about 220 meters (722 feet) on each side so that It is the third-largest Egyptian pyramid after those of Khufu and Khafre at Giza and its name of “Red” is due to the reddish rusty color of its blocks.

The Bent Pyramid is another pyramid built by Sneferu.

The Sound and Light Show at the Pyramids of Giza is one of Egypt’s most exciting experiences that gives you a unique way to discover the ancient wonders of the pyramids and the Sphinx.

The Sound and Light Show at the Pyramids of Giza is also a spectacular event that you can attend and enjoy during your private tour of the Giza pyramids and Sphinx by night. The show takes place in the evening and uses sound and light effects Through the use of lights, lasers, and a powerful narrative to illuminate the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx, telling the story of the pharaohs, and the construction of the pyramids.

The show takes place in the Giza district, where the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx are located.

The show uses state-of-the-art lighting and laser effects to illuminate the Great Three Pyramids, the pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, the Pyramid of Menkaure, and the Sphinx.

The Egyptian Museum in Cairo is home to one of the largest collections of ancient Egyptian artifacts in the world. It houses over 120,000 items, including mummies, sarcophagi, jewelry, and statues, spanning over 5,000 years of Egyptian history.

The museum also houses the largest collection of Pharaonic antiquities in the world, like:

The treasures of Tutankhamun, including his iconic gold mask.

The Royal Mummies Room contains the mummified remains of famous pharaohs such as Ramses II.

The Narmer Palette depicts the unification of Upper and Lower Egypt.