The Giza Pyramids are listed as one of the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World, and they are visited by millions of tourists each year. The Giza Pyramids which were built to honor certain Pharaohs of the fourth ruling dynasty of Egypt during a period known as the Old Kingdom. The three Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus were constructed throughout Ancient Egyptian history as a means for Pharaohs to display their power. It is said that around 100.000 workers contributed in building the great pyramids and it took about thirty years to be finished, built from roughly 2550 to 2490 BC. You can visit Giza Pyramids in our package Cairo Short Breaks.

The Egyptian Museum in Cairo, also known as the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, is home to more than 120,000 pieces of ancient Egypt. Designed by the French architect Marcel Bourgon, the building is one of the largest museums in the region. It was first built in 1835, but was moved many times until it was finally moved to its current place in 1902 Tahrir Square. If you need to know more about The Egyptian Museum, you can visit it in our package Giza Pyramids Tour with Egyptian Museum Cairo Trip.

Memphis was the seat of power of the Old Kingdom (2686—2181 BC) of Ancient Egypt, home to the pharaohs that raised the pyramids. Memphis was the ancient capital of the first name of Lower Egypt, and of the Old Kingdom of Egypt from its foundation until around 2200 BC and later for shorter periods during the New Kingdom. It was an administrative center throughout ancient history. You can know more about Egypt civilization in our package Cairo and Aswan to Luxor Nile Cruise Holiday.

The Saladin Citadel is a medieval Islamic fortification in Cairo. The location, on Mokattam hill near the center of Cairo, was once famous for its fresh breeze and grand views of the city. The Citadel of Saladin was built by Saladin Al Ayoubi, towards the end of the 12th century. He was once a famous king and army leader, as well as the founder of the Ayyubid Dynasty. The Citadel has witnessed numerous historical events throughout Egyptian history. For many centuries; it was the seat of the king and his government in Egypt. Many dynasties including the Ayyubids, the Mamluks , and even some Ottomans had a turn ruling over Egypt from the citadel. You can know more about Egypt civilization in our package Cairo Short Breaks.

The Mohamed Ali Mosque, or the Alabaster Mosque, is one of Egypt's most interesting mosques. It stands on the highest point inside the Citadel of Saladin's courtyard. The Mosque of Muhammad Ali was built over the course of many years. Construction of the mosque was started in 1830, and was completed by 1857. The Mosque of Muhammad Ali and the Cairo Citadel are conveniently located in Islamic Cairo nearby other popular Cairo attractions as well. You can enjoy visit Half Day Islamic Cairo Tour with Maestro Online Travel.