Cairo Facts
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| Country | Egypt |
| Area | 214 sq km |
| Population | 16,5000,000 |
| Language | Arabic |
| Currency | Egyptian Pound |
| Time (+/- GMT) | GMT/UTC +2 |
How to Reach
Airport: Cairo International Airport.
Railway: Trains can be plied from other Egyptian cities.
Roads: Delta Highway, Desert Highway, Highway 2, Highway 3, and Highway 33.
When to Go
September to April/ May.
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What to See
The Egyptian Museum
Khan El-Khalili
Cairo Tower
Pyramids of Giza
Coptic Museum
el-Muallaqa Church
Bab Zuwayla
Bayn al-Qasryn
Bayt el-Suhaymi
Citadel
Gayer-Anderson House
Islamic Art Museum
Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan
What to Do
Buy dates and other dry fruits
Go for shopping
Pay a visit to the pyramids
Delve into the traditional Egyptian cuisine
Explore the museums
What to Eat
Kefta
Kebab
Mulukhia
Tahina Salad
Hamam Mahshi (Grilled Pigeon)
Baba Ghanough
Mixed Green Salad
Vine Leaves
Ta'meya
Kusheri
What to Shop
Painted papyrus scrolls
Stuffed camels
Models of the pyramids
Antiquities
Jewelry
Perfume
Leather goods
Brass and copper items
Herbs and spices
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