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Cairo

The mother of the world — The last ancient wonder on the horizon, khan bazaars and Nile feluccas in Africa's megacity.

EgyptBest time: October–April

95°F / 35°C

Mainly clear 5 mph

Things to see & do

Signature attractions and experiences in Cairo.

historic

The 4,500-year-old wonder at the city's edge.

museum

Tutankhamun's full treasures beside the pyramids.

experience

Brass, spices and coffee in the medieval bazaar.

historic

Roman fortress churches and the Hanging Church.

experience

Lateen sails drifting past the corniche.

varies

Lantern-lit streets and midnight feasts.

January–February

The Arab world's biggest.

Metro Line 2 crosses the Nile; Uber/Careem beat haggling. Day trains and sleepers run to Luxor and Aswan.

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