The City of a Thousand Minarets – Cairo
It seems that for the country who gave birth to the first great civilization and cultivated it needs little introduction. Yes, it is Egypt where the unique pyramids, the minarets, the Nile are located. As its capital, the name of Cairo is always heard. Due to their profound and incomparable influence on culture and arts in human history, it is a little bit hard to relate Cairo to Africa as it exists so independently. However, as a matter of fact, Cairo is an integral part of Africa and the 2nd largest city.
Upon arrival, the continuous sound of whirr hits you badly, just like the voice made from vuvuzela which football fans use to cheer up their teams in South Africa this year. The feeling or the impression of chaos on this place, for decades, remains the same. The chaos of Egypt style has been rooted in their culture.
Best time to visit
The climate in Cairo is a typical desert climate but with river valley effects. In summers, it is extremely hot and muggy for most of June through August, however Cairo in summer is relatively quiet and without strangers obscuring the view in your photo.
The period from November to March is considered as the best time to go as the weather would be relatively chilly.
Best places to visit
If you can only visit one site in Cairo, it must be Giza Pyramids. It is the oldest of the Seven Wonders of World, and the only one to remain largely intact. It is believed to be build as a tomb for 4th dynasty Egyptian Pharaoh. The world is still wondering and trying to find out how people in ancient time built it without any machinery.
Cairo is a source of amazement for travelers and it is going to be a bewildering experience.
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