Modern metropolis in the Sahara
Until the latter half of the 20th century, 6th of October City was nothing more than sand dunes. Since then, it has blossomed into one of Cairo’s most exclusive districts, home to glistening modern architecture, wide boulevards and open green spaces – a stark contrast to the dense urban sprawl of downtown Cairo.
If you like high-end shopping, this is the place for you. The gigantic Mall of Egypt is a shining beacon, filled with luxury retail outlets, international cuisine and a whole host of entertainment activities, including an indoor ski slope – a rare find in a desert climate.
The hotels here tend to be of the refined five-star variety, with gorgeous palm-fringed pools, exceptional restaurants and impeccable service, so you can expect to be waited on hand and foot. Many also have access to golf courses – hitting a few holes while surrounded by the sands of the Sahara is a truly unique experience!
On the edge of all this contemporary living you’ll find the iconic pyramids of the Giza Plateau, which have guarded the desert for millennia. A visit to Cairo wouldn’t be complete without standing in their shadow.
If you like high-end shopping, this is the place for you. The gigantic Mall of Egypt is a shining beacon, filled with luxury retail outlets, international cuisine and a whole host of entertainment activities, including an indoor ski slope – a rare find in a desert climate.
The hotels here tend to be of the refined five-star variety, with gorgeous palm-fringed pools, exceptional restaurants and impeccable service, so you can expect to be waited on hand and foot. Many also have access to golf courses – hitting a few holes while surrounded by the sands of the Sahara is a truly unique experience!
On the edge of all this contemporary living you’ll find the iconic pyramids of the Giza Plateau, which have guarded the desert for millennia. A visit to Cairo wouldn’t be complete without standing in their shadow.
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