Cairo, and the area around it are considered to be
the heart of Egypt. One may find almost every
aspect of Egypt represented in the area, including
some of the most famous Pharaonic, ancient
Christian and Islamic monuments. When you need a
break from city life, try a round of golf on the
famous Mena House course overlooking the Pyramids,
watch the horse racing at the Gezira Club or visit
the Zoo and the Botanical Gardens.
Take a trip on
the Nile in a felucca or ride on horseback from
the Giza Pyramids to Sakkara. For a day trip
outside Cairo visit Haraniyya village and see the
beautiful tapestries and weaving produced by local
people. If you wish, you may get away from it all
at the top of the Cairo Tower, a modern 187
meter-high tower with views of the city from all
sides, topped by a revolving restaurant. |