Pyramids

• Pyramids of Giza
  Giza or Al Giza was a town. However, today it has become a part of Cairo. While enjoying holidays in Cairo, visiting Pyramids of Giza is a must. Some of the major attractions in this site are:
  
  • The Great Pyramid of Khufu
  • The Pyramid of Menkaure
  • The Pyramid of Khafre
  • The Solar Barque Museum
• Djosers Step Pyramid
  This is one of the oldest pyramids in entire Egypt. The pyramid was built in 27th century BC by Imhotep, the royal architect. While visiting the pyramid, you would come across 15 doorways however, only one is the original entrance. Since this grand construction is the oldest in the country, it has become an integral part of Cairo vacation packages.
• Dashur Pyramids
  Dashur Pyramid Complex consists of variety of structures such as log cabins, and skyscrapers. However, its pyramids make this site worth visiting. Listed below are the main pyramids in the complex:
  
  • The Black Pyramid
  • The Red Pyramid
  • The bent Pyramid
• The Maidum Pyramid
  This pyramid is located in the outskirts of Cairo. It is also known as the collapsed pyramid. Several historians plan Cairo holidays especially to visit Maidum Pyramid.

Cairo Citadel
This is another Egyptian site which has been added in the Wonders of Medieval World. Colloquially it is known as Saladin Citadel. The Islamic fortification lures large number of tourists to spend their holidays in Cairo. Citadel is home to few mosques as well. Some of the most important ones are:s

• Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha
• Mosque of Suleyman Pasha
• Hypostyle Mosque of al-Nasir Muhammad

In Citadel, you will find following two museums.

• Al Gawahara Palace
• Carriage Museum.

Other Museums in Cairo
Cairo is known around the world for its rich ancient history. You should plan Cairo family holidays and visit the museums in the city to know more about its history and culture.

• Egyptian Museum
  You should visit this museum, to take a look at ancient Egyptian antiquities. Thousands of people plan holidays to Cairo to not only to visit its pyramids but also this museum and admire vast collection of 120,000 pieces. Main attractions in the museum are funerary works, sculptures, jewelry items and artifacts belong to King Tut.
• Child Museum
  This museum was established in 1985 and spans over 1200 square meters and has become an important part of every Cairo family holidays deal. Exhibitions in the museums focus on various subjects such as engineering, geology, civilization, history, physics and arts.
• Coptic Museum
  If you are interested in exploring Egyptian Christian artifacts, you should book only those Cairo holiday packages that have this museum in their list of attractions. Some of the notable exhibits in the museum are stonework, manuscripts, ceramics and glass.

Religious Places
Plan holidays to Cairo to explore the religious streak of Egypt. There are several mosques in the city you can visit. Following are the most important ones:

• Mosque of al-Mu'ayyad
  This mosque is also known as The Red Mosque. It is the iconic religious site in the city. Construction of the mosque was completed in 1421. Today, the mosque features bronze doors, stone carvings and painted floral pattern ceiling.
• Mohammad Ali Mosque
  It is also known as Alabaster Mosque. Its construction was started in 1830 and completed in 1848.
• The Hanging Church
  This is one of the most unique attractions in the city. If you want to explore the interiors of the ninth century, you should look out for Cairo holiday deals and visit the Hanging Church.

Monuments and Statues

• Great Sphinx
  It is the oldest monumental structure and largest monolith in the world which is makes it one of the most visited sites in Egypt. Cairo holidays are incomplete without visiting this site.
• Ramses II Statue
  Ramses II is the most significant and powerful personality in the history of Egypt. He ruled for more than 66 years. His statue can be found in Giza Plateau. The 11 meters high statue is made from red granite statue.

Shopping
While vacationing in Cairo, you would come across various opportunities of shopping. If you are a good negotiator, you can nail down great deals. Main shopping areas in the city that must be apart of Cairo holiday deals are:

• Khan El Khalili Bazaar
• Khan Misr Touloun
• Camel Bazaar
• Wekalet al-Balah

Plenty Cairo vacation packages to choose from provided you are browsing through The Globe Hunters. Besides Cairo, you can also browse through other Egyptian cities such as Luxor and Aswan.