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Cairo is the capital of Egypt. Cairo, in Arabic language, literary means the victorious. Cairo is considered to be the largest city of Africa. The capital city is situated in the northern part of the country. This city of Egypt has been a center of civilization from the very ancient time.
The local name for Cairo in Egypt is Misr. The approximate area that Cairo covers is more than 453 sq km. In the north of the city, lies the delta of river Nile. In the south, east and west of Cairo, the extensive desert regions are located. The city has immense importance as a tourist spot in Egypt. It has long been an important center for commerce.
In Cairo, there are a number of government offices, business centers, universities and industries located.For the tourists visiting Egypt, there are many hotels in Cairo to take accommodation. Tahrir Square is an important tourist spot in Cairo, the capital of Egypt. Here places of interest like the headquarter of Arab League, Umar Makram Mosque and the Egyptian Museum are located. The residential area of Garden City is a very sophisticated place in Cairo. The island of Zamalik, is another important location known for the Cairo Tower and the Cairo Opera House.
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