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1. Abdeen Palace Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Abusir ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Al-Fustat

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4. Al-Azhar Park

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5. Aqmar Mosque

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6. Bab Al-Futuh

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7. Bab El Nasr

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8. Al Darb al-Ahmar District Trades and Markets

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9. Salah al-Din Citadel

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10. Cairo Opera House

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11. Cairo Tower

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12. Coptic Museum

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13. Egyptian Museum

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14. Gayer-Anderson Museum

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15. Gezira Island

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16. Giza Pyramid Complex

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17. Khan el-Khalili

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18. Museum of Islamic Art

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19. Pyramid of Djoser

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20. Souq al-Gamaal

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21. Tahrir Square

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22. The Agricultural Museum

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23. The Fortress of Babylon

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24. The Solar Boat Museum

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • There are a number of museums and buildings in Cairo with the specific purpose of providing information about Cairo's history and culture.
  • There are also many unique and beautiful architectural features to be found within the harsh desert landscape.
  • Whether you want to visit a museum, a park, or a fancy restaurant, be sure to put on plenty of sunscreen and your walking shoes, because taking in the sights by foot is by far the best way to go.

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