Constructed in 879, Cairo's oldest surviving mosque in its original form was built to accommodate the Tulunid Dynasty founder, Ahmad Ibn Tulun, and his entire army during Friday prayers. His mosque ...

Cairo, the capital of Egypt, is a bustling metropolis that sits on the banks of the River Nile. Home to an estimated 22 million people, the city has more recently expanded into a sprawling jumble of ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: Sunset is the best time for a felucca ride, offering the most scenic views. The weather is also much nicer, in contrast to Cairo's scorching mid-day sun. – Nadine Arab The Nile ...

Exploring the top things to do in Cairo has always been a dream of mine. My fascination with Egypt and its artistic achievements started at the age of 7 when my parents took me to the Treasures of ...

Whenever I travel, telling people I'm Egyptian typically prompts a conversation about the Great Pyramids of Giza. As someone who's stood in front of the pyramids multiple times, I understand the ...