Landmarks near Cairo

Pyramids area

The Pyramids are located on the Giza Plateau in Giza Governorate, on the western bank of the Nile River. The three pyramids—Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure—are among the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. They are also considered unique architectural and engineering achievements that testify to the grandeur and greatness of Egypt. The famous Sphinx, with the body of a lion and a human head, stands guard over them.

Pyramids area on Google Maps

 

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Sakkara

Saqqara is located about 27 kilometers west of Cairo and is famous for the Step Pyramid of Saqqara. From there, visitors can also see the pyramids of Unas and Userkaf, as well as the mastabas of Mereruka, Ti, and Ptahhotep, along with the Serapeum. The area also contains the ancient city of Memphis, one of the capitals of ancient Egypt, whose most important monuments include the alabaster Sphinx and the colossal statue of Ramses II.

Sakkara on Google Maps

 

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The Pharaonic Village

The Pharaonic Village is located on Al-Bahr Al-Azam Street in the Saqiyet Mekki area of Giza Governorate. It is a historical panorama that reflects the way of life of the ancient Egyptians. It takes visitors on a tour lasting approximately two hours, during which they can experience the Pharaonic era and learn about the ancient Egyptians, who created one of the world’s oldest civilizations.

The Pharaonic Village on Google Map

 

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Iun city "City of the Sun"

The ancient city of Heliopolis, known as Iun, is now located in the Matariya and Ain Shams areas. It is one of the most important ancient Egyptian archaeological sites and is also known as Heliopolis, meaning “City of the Sun.” It is considered one of the oldest capitals in the ancient world. One of its most important surviving monuments is the obelisk of King Senusret I, known as the “Matariya Obelisk,” which is the only remaining monument of the ancient city.

Iun city "City of the Sun"on Google Maps

 

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