CAIRO

Description:

Cairo is the largest city of Africa and the Near East. Besides the Arabian language, in Cairo it is easy to hear English, French and - even more often - Russian. Life of a modern city inseparably linked with its status of capital of Egypt, the administrative, business and cultural center and history deeply originates in an epoch of Pharaohs and pyramids. The tourist and the traveler will find set of sights and bright impressions in modern Cairo. In a quarter Midan Tahrir, located in the capital center, is a world famous Egyptian museum. Islamic quarters of Cairo have kept charm of medieval east city. Here the majority of the historical mosques most known of which are Al-Azhar and Al-Husejn, medieval Tsitadel Saladina and the huge market the Khan-ale-halili is located. On suburb of Islamic Cairo the City dead "- the quarter of the slums which have arisen in the middle of a huge Muslim cemetery is located notorious". Old Cairo - Coptic quarter with set of Christian churches and the Coptic museum. And certainly, having visited Cairo it is necessary to visit Giza - edge of sand and pyramids.

Climate

The summer lasts since May on the beginning of September. The average day temperature of air in it makes the period +30-35 °С, night - +18-22 °С. The winter proceeds from December till February. Average day temperature - +19-21 °С, night - +8-14 °С. During the period from March till May in a city sandy storms because of the cold winds blowing from Sahara are possible, however they last usually no more weeks.

Transport

The international airport of Cairo - the main air gate of Egypt and the second-large airport of Africa - accepts to 16 million passengers a year, including Moscow. Also the Egyptian capital is connected with other cities of the country a network of freeways and iron roads. The main station of Cairo - Mahattat Ramzes is located on the area of Midan Ramzes. The municipal transportation including buses, trams and unique underground in Egypt is developed. From one coast of Nile on another it is possible to be forwarded on the ferry.

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Hotels in CAIRO


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JW Marriott Hotel Cairo

Address: Ring Road Mirage City, Cairo

$155 - $672

Location. JW Marriott Hotel Cairo is a family friendly hotel located in Cairo and local attractions include City Stars. Other regional attractions include Khan el Khalili and Saladin Citadel. Hotel Features. Dining options at JW Marriott Hotel Cairo include 12 restaurants. A bar/lounge is open for... more

Concorde Hotel Dokki

Address: 146 Tahrir Str, Giza

$32 - $48

Location. Concorde Hotel Dokki is located in Giza's Giza Pyramids neighborhood, close to Cairo Opera House, Cairo Tower, and Egyptian Museum. Nearby points of interest also include Coptic Museum and Museum of Islamic Art. Hotel Features. Concorde Hotel Dokki's restaurant serves breakfast... more

Le Méridien Pyramids Hotel & Spa

Address: El Remaya Square Pyramids, Giza

$80 - $286

Location. Le Méridien Pyramids Hotel & Spa is located in Giza's Giza Pyramids neighborhood, close to Pyramids at Giza and Great Sphinx of Giza. Additional area points of interest include Hanging Church and Cairo University. Hotel Features. Dining options at Le Méridien Pyramids Hotel... more

Concorde El Salam Hotel

Address: 65 Abdel Hamid Badawi St, Cairo

$84 - $943

Location. Concorde El Salam Hotel is located in Cairo, close to Virgin Mary's Tree. Additional area points of interest include Egyptian Presidential Palace and City Stars. Hotel Features. Dining options at Concorde El Salam Hotel include 8 restaurants. A poolside bar and a bar/lounge are open... more

InterContinental Cairo Citystars

Address: Omar Ibn El Khattab Street, PO Box 1026Cairo

$142 - $396

Location. Near the airport, InterContinental Cairo Citystars is located in Cairo's Heliopolis neighborhood and close to City Stars, Egyptian Presidential Palace, and Cairo International Stadium. Nearby points of interest also include Virgin Mary's Tree and Ain Shams University. Hotel... more

Husa Pyramids

Address: 103, Al Haram St. Giza, Cairo

Business hours of reception: 24 hours The Husa Pyramids is a modern hotel situated in the tourist district of Cairo, 1 km from the Giza pyramids and 35 km from the Cairo International Airport. This four-star hotel boasts 100 air-conditioned guestrooms that are tastefully equipped in a traditional... more

THE MENA HOUSE OBEROI

Address: PYRAMIDS ROAD GIZA, Cairo

FULL SERVICE HISTORICAL HOTELYEAR BUILT 1869ADDITIONAL PROPERTY DESCRIPTION MENA HOUSE OBEROI IS A GRAND HERITAGE HOTEL, LOCATED 700 METERS FROM THE GREAT PYRAMIDS OF GIZA. THE RESORT IS SET IN 40 ACRES OF LANDSCAPED GARDENS AND OFFERS A BREATHTAKING VIEW OF THE PYRAMIDS FROM ALL THE SUITES IN... more

Novotel Cairo 6th Of October

Address: Ext. 26th Of July St., 6th of October6th of October City

$57 - $220

Location. Novotel Cairo 6th Of October is located in 6th of October City and attractions in the region include Pyramids at Giza and Great Sphinx of Giza. Hotel Features. Novotel Cairo 6th Of October features a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Room service is available. Recreational amenities include... more

Sheraton Cairo Hotel Towers And Casino

Address: Galae Square P.O. Box 11, Cairo

$127 - $201

See Egypt in a new way at the Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino. Sitting on the west bank of the River Nile in unique adjoining towers, our hotel proudly stands tall as one of Cairo's greatest landmarks.Our hotel places you in the middle of it all. Try your luck at Blackjack or the slots in... more

Mövenpick Resort Cairo-Pyramids

Address: Alexandria Road, Pyramids, Cairo

Mövenpick Resort Cairo-Pyramids

Only a short distance from Giza at the foot of the Pyramids lies the Moevenpick Resort. Designed as a bungalow village set in luxuriant gardens - the complex is the ideal venue for business meetings or unforgettable holidays. Just 25 minutes from Cairo and with easy access to the new industrial... more


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