With a booming population of 14.5 million residents, Cairo is
not only the largest city in Egypt and the national capital,
but it is the biggest metropolis in
Africa and the ninth largest city in the world. And its size
is only the beginning. Cairo is an amazing place filled with
a mix of ancient history and modern urban life that rivals any
major city in the world.
Cairo extends along the banks of the River Nile for about 25
miles (40 km). It is close to almost every pyramid in Egypt,
most notably the Great Pyramids of Giza—one of the Seven
Wonders of the World— located about 11 miles (18 km) from
the city center.
Cairo offers remarkable insight into Egyptian culture, which
has roots in Islamic, Muslim, Christian, and Jewish religions.
The sprawling city is home to Islamic architecture, Muslim monuments,
and famous buildings such as the Cairo Opera House. Along Cairo’s
twisting streets, you will find countless churches, temples,
tombs, art galleries, and the intriguing Egyptian Antiquities
Museum which houses the mysterious treasures of King Tutankhamun.
You'll also find unique shopping experiences in area markets
and bazaars where you can browse the selection of exotic carpets,
perfumes, and spices. As the ancient story 1001 Nights declares,
“He who hath not seen Cairo hath not seen the world.”’
Three Good Reasons
to Study Arabic in Cairo
Learning Arabic in Egypt is ideal
since the Egyptian dialect most closely resembles
modern standard Arabic.
Cairo offers a unique opportunity
to see one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the
awe-inspiring Pyramids of Giza.
Cairo provides a fantastic mix
of ancient mystique and modern sophistication. One
day you can visit the 4,500-year-old Sphinx, and
the next you can catch the latest show at the Cairo
Opera House.
Egypt basically has just two seasons:
a hot summer from May to October and a mild winter from
November to April. In summer, maximum temperatures in
Cairo range from 90°F-96°F (32°C-35°C)
and minimum temperatures range from 63°F-71°F
(17°C-22°C). In winter, maximum temperatures range
from 66°F-83°F (19°C-28°C) and minimum
temperatures range from 47°F-56°F (9°C-14°C).
Though humidity can be high in the summer, Cairo receives
only one centimeter of annual precipitation.
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