Get a Feel of Egyptian Street Life in Cairo

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SUMMARY Pay a small price, to tap into the energy of Egyptians in Cairo, one of the world’s great mega cities, full of vigor and the capital of Egypt, located on River Nile. Here is a treasure of antiquity and artifacts for traveler. The skyline Pyramid is not only a tourist attraction, but also the fabric of the city along with the modern hubbub. Body Giza Pyramids, the Real Slice of Cairo Giza Pyramids is the first place to visit in Cairo, as it is just like the Eiffel Tower in Paris, the Colosseum in Rome and the Blue Mosque in Istanbul. Viewing the sunset along with the sunset prayer is an impressive moment. The Pyramid of Cheops is the largest pyramid, and behind the great pyramid is the Solar Boat Museum, the Pyramid of Chephren is on the south side of the plateau. The ancient world’s iconic monuments, lion bodied and pharaoh faced Sphinx, guards these mortuary temples. Tourists hustle to this place, despite the dust and heat, as it is country’s major attraction. Cario is famous place for World Wide Tour Travel. Cairo’s Iconic Landmark- Citadel Located at the foot of the Mokattam Hills, the Citadel includes numerous mosques, but Mohammed Ali Mosque is the main mosque. Head to the Gawhara Terrace, from where you can have the panoramic view of Cairo. The slender tall minarets built of white stone are touristic landmarks and definitely worth a visit. Green Lung of Old Cairo Al- Azhar Park brings respite from the hustle bustle of the overcrowded Cairo’s street, and the lush gardens are a lovely place to stroll. There are good restaurants, cafes and a lovely pond providing calm and serenity to the vacationers, a perfect place to relax. Cairo Tower It is a concrete tower 187 meters high, in the shape of a unique design of a lotus flower, typically Egyptian, on an island called Zamalek, which is surrounded by River Nile, with feluccas and floating restaurants. Do not miss the felucca ride as it is cheap and relaxing. Have a bird’s eye view of the Cairo at 360 degree from the revolving restaurant. Middle Eastern Souk- Khan el Khalili One can have World’s shopping experience nowhere else, but only in Khan el Khalili. It is a typical market located in a vast area in “Islamic Cairo” where you can find antiques, locally woven textiles, spices, souvenirs, and is the finest place to purchase traditional products in Egypt. Apart from shopping you can enjoy Sufi dance and belly dance, free of cost in the venue of Bab el Fatouh and Wikalat al Ghouri streets, which look more beautiful at night. Do stop at the famous Cairo’s coffee shop Fishawis, and sip the Arabic coffee and sweet tea. Set Off to an “ahwa” Have an authenticable experience in “ahwa” which are typical Egyptian cafes with tables and chairs on the street, offering Wi-Fi connections in some, as these cafes are basically center of social life. Enjoy delicious fresh fruit juice, sip mint tea and experience smoking shisha. Relish Street Food Eating street food has its own charm, as there are a lot of choices and the rates are cheaper than anywhere else, and are available everywhere, so it is the same in Egypt also. Typical Egyptian breakfast is“Tammeya” it’s a vegetable sandwich of beans and onion fritters and “foul” a small loaf of Arabic bread stuffed with a paste beans and vegetables. Vegetarians can try a typical mix of rice, lentils, macaroni and spices, and for non vegetarians, lamb shawerma, chicken and tawouk, are served almost everywhere on the streets of Cairo. About Author: Araminta smith write article on Cairo. Do not forget to take a stroll in the Downtown of Cairo also nicknamed “Paris of the East” apart from this there are a lot of things to explore in this city, which will not weigh your pocket, so browse for Cairo Ultimate Travel Package, because if you love Cairo, then definitely it will love you back. More detail visit our website:http://www.worldwidetourtravel.com/