Cairo art, culture and entertainment are known worldwide for its richness and vivacity. Egypt itself is a land of grandeur and its capital city of Cairo offers a plethora of art, culture and entertainment activity. The culture of Cairo is predominantly influenced by Islamic tradition.
The wide range of entertainment in Cairo includes various sightseeing tours, theater halls, book fairs, festivals and tours across the Nile River and many more. The historic monuments of Cairo overwhelm the visitors with its unique architectural features and archival collections. The city offers a surprising variety of art and culture ranging from Western to the more contemporary forms. The tourists visiting Cairo can watch new foreign films, visit a modern art exhibition,and enjoy the evenings at nightclubs watching the sensual Oriental belly dance.
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Cairo art dates back to 7000 years. The vibrant modern art works in Cairo is evident in several galleries and museums located throughout the city. These venues offer great paintings by the local artists. Townhouse Gallery is one of the most popular art galleries in Cairo. Excellent artworks of eminent artists like Espace Karim Francis, Arabesque and Mashrabia are displayed in these galleries. The students of American University in Cairo organize impressive art shows and workshops at the Ewart Gallery located within the university campus. The Sony Gallery in Cairo regularly holds various types of exhibitions in photography.
In Zamalek, the Centre of Arts is another popular art gallery in the city. The Opera House Grounds, the Hanagar Arts Center and the Cairo Opera Gallery are the best places to experience the true flavor of Cairo art, culture and entertainment.
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