Cairo people fun loving and eclectic. They are proud of their heritage, culture and ancient civilization. People from Cairo are commonly referred to as Cairenes. Majority of the population in Cairo are Egyptians with very less number of foreigners.
The ethnic composition in Cairo is not varied. A vast majority of the people of Cairo are Egyptians. Others include Berbers, Bedouin, Hamitic Arabs and Nubians. The dominant religion of the people of Cairo is Islam. 90% of the Egyptians are Sunni Muslims and the remaining 10% are Christians belonging to the Coptic church. The Coptic church existed in Cairo before the Muslim invasion. The native language of the people in Cairo is Arabic.
Since Cairo was a significant seat of ancient civilization, cultural variations among people exist. Traditions dating back to the time of the pharaohs co-exist with the popular tribal customs and beliefs ushered in by the invaders. People in Cairo are extremely friendly toward foreign tourists, and are ever ready to lend a helping hand whenever needed. The warm hospitality of the Cairenes is an unforgettable experience.
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The main occupation of the people of Cairo are government jobs and services in different industries. Government offices are generally located in the capital city and majority of the people in Cairo work for government. Paper factories, chemical factories and other food processing industries employ a majority chunk of population of Cairo.
Children in Cairo go to elementary, middle or high school. A popular game among the young children of Cairo is the seegha, which is played with pebbles. Parents take utmost care of their children till the time they become independent and are prepared to fend for themselves.
Muslim women in Cairo are dressed covering their skin. Their traditional costume covers their hands and legs completely. The women even wear a scarf to cover their neck and head. 'Hijabs' are also worn by some women. Women in Cairo are generally very beautiful. Western clothes are worn by men. Long flowing robes accompanied by a hat or a turban is common among men in Cairo.
Cairo people are extremely accommodating, warm and friendly. With a warm smile they cordially invite the visitors to their enchanting city.
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