Peep into the Soul of Egypt with Cairo Holiday Deals

Plan holidays to Cairo and spend your vacation in one of the richest historical regions in the world. Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx and the Citadel are some of the “must visit” attractions in the city.
Cairo, the capital city of Egypt is the largest city not only the country but in the entire Africa. Every year millions of tourists plan cheap Cairo holidays especially to visit Pyramids of Giza. Besides the pyramids, there are several other attractions that make Cairo one of the most popular tourist regions in Africa.

There are several monuments in the capital city of Cairo. The Citadel is among the most important ones. Complete name of the site is Saladin Citadel of Cairo. This is the best place to capture picturesque view of the city. This site has witnessed several battles. While visiting the citadel, you would come across a mosque, a medieval palace and four museums. Most poplar museum in the citadel is Al-Gawhara Palace museum and other three are the National Military Museum, the Police museum and Carriage Museum. Since the citadel is home to some of the most important attractions in the city, it has become an integral part of Cairo Tours.

Another attraction in Cairo that creates urge in tourist to visit the city again and again is the Great Sphinx of Giza which is commonly known as Sphinx. Its length, breadth and height are 241 feet, 20 feet and 66.34 feet respectively. Another unique fact about this monument is that this is the oldest known monumental structure in the world. According to experts, this monument is more than 4000 years old.

Holidays to Cairo are incomplete without visiting the Cairo Tower. Colloquially, this contemporary structure is known as burg al-qahira. Its construction was started in 1956 and completed in 1961. This 187 meters high building was tallest building in Africa until 1971. At the top of the building, you would find a restaurant where you can dine while enjoying beautiful view of the city. The tower has unique attraction for kids which is known a Pharaonic Personal Analysis. The personality analysis is available in Arabic as well as English.

If you are visiting the Old City of Cairo, you should not compromise on visiting Bab Al Futuh. This is an impressive gate in the walls of the old city which was built in 1087. This extensive arch is carved from single block of massive stone. If you want to know about the Christianity in Egypt, adding St. Mercurius Church to Cairo holiday packages is a must. This historic church was built in sixth century AD. It is also known as the Saint of the two swords.