The only remaining wonder of the ancient world is the Giza Pyramids! The three pyramids Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure are the magnificent tombs of Dynasty Pharaohs. The afterlife was an undeniable belief in ancient Egypt where they believed that after a Pharaoh died, his spirit would remain with his body. Therefore they along with his possessions needed to be protected in a glorious burial site.

The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) houses an unparalleled collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, including the complete treasure of King Tutankhamun. The museum’s modern design and expansive spaces provide a stunning backdrop to explore Egypt’s rich history, with interactive displays and a striking view of the pyramids.

The National Museum of Egyptian Civilisation (NMEC) covers the entirety of Egyptian history. It houses a collection of 50,000 artifacts, presenting from prehistoric Egypt, the Greco-Roman, Coptic, and Islamic eras to the present day. Highlights include The Mummies Hall, which displays the mummies of the ancient Kings and Queens of Egypt. The most famous mummies are Hatshepsut, Thutmose III and Segenenre Tao II.

Step into Cairo's famous medieval souq, khan El Khalili, a vibrant world of a centuries-old souk. It is a rabbit’s warren of densely packed alleyways, mosques, Ottoman-era mansions and endless souvenir shopping where you can shop for intricate jewelry, colourful lanterns, and spices amongst other things.

Be prepared to bargain and show off your Arabic words.

The view from this tower melts my heart .. that's my home!

You get panoramic views of the city from the top of Cairo Tower.

Brace yourselves cause the elevator ride is long but the view is so worth it.

There will also be vendors up there selling pictures and doing your names on Papyrus paper.

Perched on a hill, The Citadel is a fortress that offers an unparalleled view of Cairo and showcases the magnificent Ottoman-style Mohamed Ali Mosque. Its alabaster walls and towering domes make it one of Cairo’s most picturesque spots.

Amr Ibn El As Mosque is a beautiful piece of architecture dedicated to the man who brought Islam to Egypt. It is located in the Mugama' Al Adyan (Religion Complex) which is an ancient archaeological complex that brings together the three Abrahamic religions. While everything there is worth checking out, the most notable landmarks are the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, and Amr Ibn Al-Aas mosque. Please note that while you can get dropped off by car, the complex can only be explored on foot.

THE CHURCH OF MARTYRS SERGIUS AND BACCHUS IN THE CAVE is a small Church that is traditionally believed to have been built over a cave where the Holy Family rested at the end of their journey into Egypt.