If you enjoy wandering around ancient sites and exploring the archaeological remains of bygone days, then Cairo is the place to go. Boasting some of the most stunning and well-preserved ancient buildings in the world, the city is a treasure trove of historical delights. Here are the sights that you simply can’t miss out on seeing.

1. The Egyptian Museum: Everybody has heard the legend of King Tutankhamen and the curse surrounding his tomb – and a visit to the Egyptian Museum will give you the chance to see the mummy of this ancient ruler. There are plenty more Egyptian relics on show as well, from tomb treasures to less famous royal mummies.

2. Islamic Cairo: Expansion and modernisation is evident in many areas of Cairo, but in the Islamic heart things are much as they were two hundred years ago. Narrow streets are fringed by crumbing medieval forts, magnificent mosques and markets which date back 1,500 years. Visit the mosques to get the full experience – but remember to wear suitable clothing and to remove your shoes before entering.

3. The Citadel: Built in the 12^th century by Salah ah-Din and later expanded by the addition of the Mosque of Mohammed Ali, the Citadel is one of Cairo’s most popular historical attractions. A hilltop location makes it worth a visit simply for the views over surrounding Cairo – and on a good day you can see all the way to the pyramids in the desert.

4. The Pyramids: Many tourists travel to Cairo simply to see these stunning monuments to ancient ingenuity. You’ll be hard pressed to find a time of year when they aren’t packed with visitors, but the Pyramids are well worth a visit nonetheless. Come in the evening to see the ancient structures illuminated by a beautiful sound and light show.

5. The Sphinx: The ultimate Egyptian enigma, the Great Sphinx of Giza is the oldest monolith statue in the world and stands an impressive 20.22 metres high. It is thought to date back to 2555 BC, and takes the form of a reclining lion with a human head. If the Sphinx fascinates you, it’s worth visiting the Egyptian Museum to see the sculpture’s missing beard and to learn more about its history.

Bear in mind that many of Cairo’s best known historical sites are expensive to visit, so you may be able to save money by going as part of a guided or package tour. You can also bring down the cost of your Egyptian holiday by taking advantage of the cheap flights offered by budget airlines and by securing cheap holiday insurance with a provider such as Go Travel Insurance.

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