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Cairo, Egypt
Cairo is the capital and largest city of Egypt and the Cairo Governorate, being home to more than 10 million people. It is also part of the largest urban agglomeration in Africa, the Arab world, and the Middle East. The Greater Cairo metropolitan area is one of the largest in the world by population with over 22 million people. The area that would become Cairo was part of ancient Egypt, as the Giza pyramid complex and the ancient cities of Memphis and Heliopolis are near-by. Located near the Nile Delta, the predecessor settlement was Fustat following the Muslim conquest of Egypt in 641 next to an existing ancient Roman fortress, Babylon. Subsequently, Cairo was founded by the Fatimid dynasty in 969. It later superseded Fustat as the main urban centre during the Ayyubid and Mamluk periods (12th–16th centuries). Cairo has since become a longstanding centre of political and cultural life, and is titled "the city of a thousand minarets" for its preponderance of Islamic architecture. Cairo's historic center was awarded World Heritage Site status in 1979. Cairo is considered a World City with a "Beta +" classification according to GaWC. The city is also a center of finance and commerce, academics and the arts, and is home to Cairo Symphony Orchestra and the Cairo Opera House, while the Academy of Arts provides visual arts education. Cairo has the oldest and largest film and music industry in the Arab world, as well as Egypt's oldest institution of higher learning, Al-Azhar University. Many international media, businesses, and organisations have regional headquarters in Cairo. The Arab League has had its headquarters in Cairo for most of its existence.
Ancient Crossroads, Modern Hub
Strategically located at the nexus of Africa and the Middle East, Cairo serves as the primary gateway to Egypt’s iconic heritage sites, including the Pyramids of Giza and the Nile Valley. Its global connectivity also makes it a natural base for exploring neighboring regions such as Jordan, Sudan, and the Levant, offering travelers seamless access to both ancient civilizations and contemporary cultures.
A Legacy of Civilizations
Cairo embodies millennia of history, where Pharaonic, Coptic, Islamic, and modern influences converge. From the Sphinx and Saladin’s Citadel to Coptic churches and vibrant Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, the city invites deep exploration of its layered past and living traditions.
Flavors of the Nile
Egypt’s culinary scene tells a story of trade and time. Savor street classics like koshari and taameya, feast on mezze spreads, or indulge in desserts like umm ali. In Cairo, every meal bridges ancient recipes and contemporary tastes.
Visa Application
1. Visa Types: Mainly Tourist Visa (single/multiple entry) and Business Visa, obtainable as e-Visa or on arrival.
2. Eligible Travelers: >Required for most nationals; Chinese passport holders need pre-arranged visas (e-Visa/on arrival).
3. Visa-Free Access: GCC citizens (90 days), Malaysia (14 days); always verify current regulations before travel.
4. E-Visa Process: Apply at visa2egypt.gov.eg with passport and payment; receive eVisa within 7 days.
5. Key Requirements: Passport valid 6+ months; final entry determination by Egyptian immigration officers.
For details of VISA, please visit: https://www.emigration.gov.eg/DefaultEn/Pages/default.aspx/
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