Coptic Cairo is a part of Old Cairo, which encompasses the Babylon Fortress, the Coptic Museum, the Hanging and the Greek Church of St. George and the Crypt of the Holly family. Islamic Cairo is a part of central Cairo around the old walled city and around the Citadel, which is characterized by hundreds of mosques, tombs, mansions, and fortifications dating from the Islamic era.
Take a walking tour in the downtown Cairo street where every corner has a story to tell. The place looks beautiful during the day as well as the night. In addition to the beautiful 19th and 20th Century architecture featured in downtown Cairo, check out the modern artwork in the form of graffiti. Typically, this graffiti expresses locals’ views towards the Revolution and various political parties. In this area, every corner has its own story to tell with most intersections featuring a statue of an important historical figure. Take the help of a local guide to fill in any gaps to get a better idea of what you are seeing.