Take a tour of the top 5 attractions of Cairo, Egypt I'd like to show you the top 5 attractions of Cairo. Mohammad Ali Mosque - Dominating cairo's skyline, this stunning ottoman mosque was built in 1848 and has ornate interiors. Shopping - Cairo is world famous for its bazaars, take time to immerse yourself and pick up unique souvenirs for back home. Coptic Cairo - said to be the oldest area of Cairo, it was settled back in 8th century BC. Among the notable monuments is St George Church. The National Museum or The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, housed in a 1902 building, has some of the world's greatest treasures. Pyramids - located close to Cairo and estimated to be built over 5000 years ago, giza pyramids are one of the seven wonders of the world.
