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• Cairo has many pyramids, monuments, temples and museums to visit. Nicknamed "the city that never sleeps," Cairo is not only the capital of Egypt, it is the largest and the most populous city in Africa.African Facts: Cairo, Egypt

• Fast Facts

  1. Country: Egypt
  2. Governor: Dr. Abdul Azim Wazir
  3. Language: Arabic
  4. Currency: Egyptian Pound
  5. Population: City population: 7,500,000 (2006) Demographia: Cairo Urban Area...
  6. Country code: 20
  7. Area code: 2
  8. Time zone: European Eastern Time
  9. Airport code: CAI (Cairo International)
  10. Climate: Warm or Hot in day and cool at nights, two seasons hot summer and mild winter.

• Attractions

  Monuments such as The Valley of the Kings, Colossi of Memnon and Pompey's Pillar are just some of the places to visit. One of the most recognizable attractions is the Great Sphinx. Egypt Travel: Great Sphinx

  With over 136,000 pieces on display, the Egyptian Museum is a must when visiting Cairo. Some of these items date back to 3,100 BC. The museum is renowned for having the finest collection in the world. Egypt Travel: Egyptian Museum

• Activities

  Cairo has plenty of activities to enjoy while visiting. Horseback riding is a great way to see the pyramids. Enjoy exploring the desert with Jeep tours, quad bike tours and even an overnight camel tour. Other activities include swimming, birdwatching, camping and mountain climbing.

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  While planning your trip, please see Cairo Restaurants, Cairo Hotels and Cairo Tours.

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