Facts about Cairo, the Capital of Egypt :
Egypt is one of those countries that you should visit at least once in your life because of its spectacular history and all the mystery that surrounds its ancient civilizations
Cairo, which in Arabic means “the victorious one” or the “the strong” is the capital of Egypt. It is the largest city in the Arab world and in Africa. To the southwest is the city of Giza and the ancient necropolis of Memphis, with the Giza plateau and its monumental pyramids,
Cairo is one of the most populous in the world; it is no coincidence, therefore, that the Egyptians themselves recognize it as the mother of all cities.
The current name is due to the Fatimids, who named the city Al-Qahira. The city was founded in 116 B.C., in what is now known as Old Cairo, when the Romans rebuilt an ancient Persian fortress along the Nile River. Before its foundation, Memphis or other cities were the capital of the Pharaonic Empire.
There are also ancient temples, tombs, beautiful Christian churches, beautiful Muslim monuments and of course the Egyptian Antiques Museum, all in or near the city.
Cairo is the heart of Egypt, with its 1 million square kilometers of land, is in the top 30 of the largest countries, it is a country known for its geographical ‘distribution’. 99% of the Egyptian population uses only 5% of the total land area, but almost 100% of the aquatic resources due to the predominantly bare ecosystem.
The lifeline of some 90 million people, the River Nile is the center of urban planning, an incredible 6,695 km gift of food for Egypt and three other countries, making it the longest, and perhaps the most vital river in the world.
As long as you are ready to relax your senses and get lost in this majestic city, you can discover the sweetness of Cairo, the conviviality of small cafes and the pleasure of strolling through narrow streets. It would be impossible to describe Cairo adequately; it is truly unique.
Cairo, Egypt is a great city full of life and movement, and so it is almost 24 hours a day, with the honking of horns, children playing on the streets and traders selling their clothes and services.
Weather in Cairo:
Its temperature is the Mediterranean, with hot summers and mild winters. The mildest season is from November to March, and average temperatures range from 23-24 °C during the day. It is important to specify the part of the day because, in Egypt, daytime and nighttime temperatures suffer great contrasts. Cairo suffers from very hot temperatures, reaching average records of 35-36 °C during the day, dropping to 21-22 °C at night.
The Political organization in Cairo:
Cairo is the political, economic and cultural center of Egypt and the Middle East. It is the seat of the Egyptian government, the Parliament (Majlis al-Sha’b), all central state and religious bodies and numerous diplomatic representations.
Cairo culture:
The most important is the Egyptian Museum, located in Tahrir Square and which houses the world’s largest collection of objects from ancient Egypt. It is currently being planned to move it to a larger building in the Giza area.
What to see in Cairo?
Markets, streets, mosques, the Nile, the Pyramids, the cruise ships and the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities are waiting for us because even if it’s only once in a lifetime you have to visit Egypt and its wonders.
Although many people didn’t like cities, one cannot pass through Egypt without spending a few days in the capital because it’s the best way to get to know and experience Egyptian life and its contrasts. The climate is moderate and with low dampness all year-round, but in summer it can be suffocating. During the month of July, the thermometer climbs to 36 ºC and the minimum is around 21 ºC. If you can choose when to go, it is best to do so in January, as the temperature range is between 21ºC and 15ºC. During the months of March, April and June Khamaseen winds blow from the desert and then bring rising temperatures and sand.
There are many accommodations in the city, more than 75 hotels of different categories and some with fabulous views of the Nile or the Pyramids. There are also more economical accommodations and boutique hotels.
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