It is the place to buy typically oriental souvenirs and handmade crafts. Atmospheres of this traditional market with the labyrinth layout of the streets gives visitors o lot of pleasure and impression... more
There are two main supermarkets, or "Markets" as they're called in Cairo. In my area of Zamalek, I visit the two main suppliers of Metro and Alpha. These are typical supermarkets with aisles and many... more
City Stars Center is the retail and leisure component of the Citystars complex and provides a shopping and entertainment experience.The 643 store shopping... more
Or should this be under 'tourist traps?'Joint number 1 in the Tourist Thing to Buy with papyrii are perfumes. No alcohol, my essences are 100%, I promise you as... more
The Attaba Market is a place to see if you're looking for a real Egyptian market where the regular locals are shopping. It's not that Khan El KHalili type of... more
I wanted to put this one on the Things To Do list as it could be, but it's more of a shopping palce, so here it is...I just stumble upon this place when one day... more
There are a number of shops selling women's clothes. The styles might not suit the western taste, but there are a variety of shops to choose from. Windows may... more
A funny thing happened in the shop. One of the lady sales woman in read head scarf ( see picture) asked me directly and clearly , " How many wives I have"? I... more
In all guided tour they take you a place where you can buy the local artifact. This tour was also no exception, we were taken to the Papyrus institute after our... more
In all guided tour they take you a place where you can buy the local artifact. This tour was also no exception, we were taken to the Papyrus institute after our... more
When I visited Egypt my guide did appreciate - even asked - to buy him a bottle of (tax free) whiskey in one of the special stores in Egypt (also in Cairo) were... more
Talaat Harb is one of the principal shopping streets of downtown Cairo. Lots of clothes and shoe shops. As such it is for Cairenes rather than tourists except... more
So you want to buy some papyrus art as a souvenir? Our guide recommended Aegyptus Papyrus.Inside, we were given a demonstration as to how papyrus is made and... more
For the travelers, it's hard to find a direct transportation to shopping malls in Cairo. Here is the tip of how to get to City Stars and the average cost.Take... more
Most of the souvenirs can be bought where the main attraction sites are.But to get a good price,Bazaars are the right place to go.But you will have headache,coz... more
It's not a shop, it's the largest mall in Cairo and very upscale. It has everything! And I do mean everything! Virgin Atlantic, restaurants from the US-Chili's,... more
Situated on the famous 26th of July Street, Al Diwan is the bookshop everybody directs you to if you're looking for books in either English or French.It's also... more
Fixed price carpet shops.
If you are thinking of buying a carpet or two then you can go to many of the local shops. But do you know what price you should... more
On our way to Sakkara sightseeing, our tour guide asked us if we want to have a look at a factory of papyrus. We dropped by and greeted by an assigned... more
Part of our tour was to visit this papyrus shop where we were assured that the stuff sold is the genuine article, as opposed to the papyrus they sell in the... more
At the top of Talaat Harb, just before Midan Orabi (and on the left!), we discovered a little street market selling lots of fruit and veg, flat bread, and the... more
When in Coptic Cairo there are many shops selling the typical crafts of these people. Common are decorated metal lanterns, lamps in various shapes and sizes,... more
I have been to this shop this year(2006),it has a large variety of many silver items,whether it`s silver jewelry,silver frames,key chains..so many things to... more
G" day there well if you want a nice souvenir for back home you can goto Khan ElKhalili its just in the centre in an area call Attabba.i bought some papyrus... more
The shop is small but well sorted. The owner speaks German very well.
Here you can buy modern or traditional silver jewelry like bracelets, chains, rings,... more
Cairo is a city of many cities. Throughout its many millennia and several names, Memphis, Babylon, Fustat, or Cairo, Africa's largest city has been a centre of great importance to many civilisations,...
The first thing that struck me when I arrived in Cairo was the chaos. The airport itself, depending on whether you arrive at the old or new terminals, has nothing to welcome you. If there is a health...
Without a doubt my visit to Cairo was unforgettable.
Months passed since my return home and I'm still thinking of the beautiful moments spent there, wishing to be back and explore more.
When I wrote...
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