Cairo, the capital of Egypt is a land of artists and and diverse kinds of handicrafts. Art in Cairo has attracted thousands of viewers from all over the world. The rich culture and historical legends have supplied fabulous themes of art in Cairo over the years.
The masterpieces of Cairo art are well preserved at the art galleries and museums. The main venue for modern Egyptian art is the Egyptian Modern Art Museum. The Cairo Opera House is one of the famous places in Egypt housing the Egyptian Modern Art Museum. This well known gallery comprises hanging art works by renowned Egyptian artists. These fascinating artworks range from ancient times to the present day.
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Not only local artists of Cairo but many well-known international artists have left behind their excellent works in the art galleries of Cairo. Some of the popular art galleries of Cairo are Al-Shomou Art Gallery, Gallery Salama, Faculty of Fine Arts, Cairo-Berlin Art Gallery, Center of Arts, Akhnaton Halls, Arts Palace, Cairo Opera House and Art Gallery, Hanager Arts Center, Gamila Gallery and Gezira Art Center.
The paintings and sculptures in Cairo were mainly based on history, empires, kings and queens of Egypt. Egyptian art still holds a strong significance in the world of fine arts. Egypt has been a home to many famous artists. The masterpieces are stored and preserved in the various museums and art galleries of Cairo.
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