Minister of Housing, Utilities and Urban Communities Essam
El Gazzar and Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Khaled el Anani on Tuesday
inspected a number of joint projects which are currently underway between the
two ministries especially Magra El Oyoun area, the development of Old Cairo
streets and squares as well as the Grand Egyptian Museum.
Top officials from the New Urban Communities Authority and the two ministries
were present.
During the meeting, Gazzar asserted that the updates on the refurbishment of
neighboring spots in Old Cairo is a big achievement that could restore the
cultural and historic role of Cairo. Such projects also coincide with the
implementation of business centers in the New Administrative Capital to reflect
the modern image of the Egyptian state and complies with its development and
economic renaissance plans, added the minister.
Upon completion, the Magra El Oyoun area will introduce a wide assortment of
restaurants, cafes, bazaars, in addition to a hotel and an open theatre, El
Gazzar indicated, stressing that such projects represent a cultural shift in
Historic Cairo and will be a prime factor to attracting tourists and exhibiting
the capital’s key monuments.
Meanwhile, Anani said the promising investment projects which are being carried
out by the Housing Ministry in the Historic Cairo will be a tourist destination
for both domestic and foreign visitors.
Source: Egypt Today
