The Most Interesting Historical Places in Cairo

Undeniably one of the most iconic structures of the ancient world, Great Sphinx, a monumental sculpture depicting the mythical creature with

Twin carved-stone minarets define Al-Azhar Mosque, one of Cairo's largest sanctuaries and an Islamic university. Built in 970, the mosque fea

Reportedly the finest example of early Mamluk architecture, Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan draws tourists not only with its impressive e

A landmark of the Coptic Orthodox faith, Hanging Church (El Muallaqa, Sitt Mariam, St Mary) also represents one of the country's oldest relig

Home to some of the most important and iconic structures created by man, Giza Plateau encompasses a barren area of sandy desert with the thre

Part of a World Heritage Site, Bent Pyramid include several structures built between 2613 and 2589 BCE. Easily accessible from Cairo, the com

The second largest of the Giza pyramids, Khafre's Pyramid enchants tourists from all over the world with its grandiose stature. The imposing

Dating as far back as the 17th century BCE, Step Pyramid of Djoser remains among the world's oldest monumental masonry structures. Possibly t