Cairo Street Plan from Editions Laure Kane, a colourful & informative map for visitors to the city, highlighting main places of interest, locations of various trades within the Khan el-Khalili bazaar, selected hotels, etc. The plan covers the city’s central districts. extending from the Marioutya Canal in the west to include the University district across to the Citadel, the Khan el-Khalili bazaar & the el-Azhar University in the east, but also

Includes:: the Sinai bus terminal beyond it. North/south coverage is from the Inbaba bridge across the Nile to the Coptic churches & museums of Old Cairo. Metro stations are prominently marked & various places of interest are named and/or highlighted by symbols: selected hotels, youth hostels, museums & monuments, mosques & other religious buildings, markets & shopping centres, etc. Within the famous Khan el-Khalili bazaar symbols indicate locations of various trades. Names of public institutions, etc. are given in French. The plan is indexed & its map legend

Includes:: English. Also provided is a plan showing the pyramids & other monuments at Giza, plus a small map of the environs of the city extending south to the Fayoum Oasis.



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Cairo & Nile Delta in the Footprint Focus Guides, which are targeted at cities, regions & countries worldwide that have no, or very limited, coverage from other publishers. Widely recognised for their reliability & independent writing style, Footprint Focus guides all have the same layout. Smaller than their sister Handbooks, the Focus guides are intended to streamline the information contained so that you have more of what you need, without losing Footprint’s signature unrestrictive editorial style that gives authors the freedom to capture & explore local cultures, sights & areas that are often not covered in other guides. An introductory section introduces the reader to the destination, with chapters on planning on your trip & essentials, including practical information & guidance on subjects such as when & where to go, itineraries, sport & activities, arts, getting there & around, eating & drinks, sleeping & a dedicated section on the anticipated carbon footprint involved in travelling to the destination. Essentially a condensed, straight-to-the-point version of their Handbook series. “ Sets the pace for all the rest to follow” Michael Palin. ...

Double-sided map from ITMB combining a street plan of Cairo (1:12, 500) with, contrary to its title, coverage of the Nile Valley extending south to Luxor (1:700, 000). Clear, indexed street plan of the capital covers its inner districts, highlighting areas of particular interest to visitors, including Citadel & Mohammad Ali Mosque, Old Cairo with its Coptic churches, Islamic Cairo with the Han al-Halili Bazaar, etc. Metro & railway stations & stops of the river bus on the Nile are prominently marked. Overprint highlights locations of numerous mosques & other religious establishments, museums & public buildings, markets, embassies, etc. The plan is indexed. An inset covers the environs of Cairo including access to the city’s international airport & to Giza, & a detailed plan shows the pyramids & other surrounding monuments. Also included is a diagram of the city’s metro lines. On the reverse is an indexed map at 1:700, 000 of the Nile Valley from Luxor to the Delta, showing road & rail connections along the river & to the Gulf of Suez & Sinai & indicating locations of various archeological sites & other places of interest. Coverage along the Mediterranean coast extends west to include El Alamein, showing road access both from Cairo & Alexandria. The map indicates local administrative boundaries with names of the provinces & has a grid with latitude & longitude at intervals of 1º. ...

Bulgaria in the Countries, Regions & Cities series from Rough Guides; comprehensively detailed guidebooks specifically designed for independent travellers & serving a range of worldwide destinations. Widely recognised for their free editorial style, Rough Guide authors are allowed to express their personal opinions on a range of subjects. Although sometimes controversial, this editorial stance allows readers to experience more detailed & personal takes on each destination, a feature often more limited in other guidebooks. Cultural & historical nuances are explored in significant depth throughout the text & descriptions on the ambience of individual settings alongside personal recommendations, particularly in cities, are notably prevalent. Each Rough Guide in the Countries, Regions & Cities series has a similar layout. A ...

Cairo in the Cities of the Imagination guide series; providing an in-depth cultural & historical exploration of some of the great city landscapes of the world. Presented as a cultural & literary guide, each title in the series explores the history of the city, providing an overview of the city’s development from its earliest roots to the modern day. Particular emphasis is placed on the literary, poetic, architectural, cultural & historical elements that make up the city & each title is written & researched by an academic expert. An Epilogue offers thoughts on the future of the city, suggested further reading & indices of literary & historical names & famous places & attractions. ...

This is the savvy city breakers' pocket guide to seeing & doing more in Cairo
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The ultimate pocket map of Cairo! Explore mesmerising Cairo with ease with the help of this genuinely pocket-sized, pop-up map. Small in size yet big on detail, this compact, dependable, city map will ensure you don't miss a thing.

Includes:: 2 Pop Out maps
- an overview of Greater Cairo with an inset map of the Giza Pyramids, & a detailed street map of central Cairo Additional maps showing scuba diving sites along the Southern Sinai Peninsula, Egypt's location (with major sites of interest along the Nile) & the Cairo Metro are also included Handy, self-folding, tourist map is small enough to fit in your pocket yet offers extensive coverage of the city in an easy-to-use format Thorough street index is also featured & cross-referenced to the map so you can easily find your destination Key places of interest are listed offering you advice on the best things to see


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Indexed street plan of Cairo from Freytag &n Berndt, covering a substantial part of the city, from the Zomor Canal road in the west to the Al-Ahzar University area in the west, & from the northern tip of Zamalek Island to the Cairo Zoo in the south. An inset extends the coverage south to include the southern end of Rôda Island & Old Cairo. The cartography highlights main roads &

Includes:: ferries, railway & metro lines & stations. Colours distinguish built-up areas, public or notable buildings, industrial zones, parks & sports grounds, & symbols indicate places of interest & various facilities, including museums & monuments, tourist information offices, mosques & churches, etc. Multilingual legend

Includes:: English & the street index is on the reverse.



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For troops in the desert, Cairo meant fleshpots or brass hats. For well-connected officers, it meant polo at the Gezira Club & drinks at Shepheard`s. For the irregular warriors, Cairo was a city to throw legendary parties before the next mission behind enemy lines. For countless refugees, it was a stopping place in the long struggle home. The political scene was dominated by the British Ambassador Sir Miles Lampson. In February 1942 he surrounded the Abdin Palace with tanks & attempted to depose King Farouk. Five months later it looked as if the British would be thrown out of Egypt for good. Rommel`s forces were only sixty miles from Alexandria
- but the Germans were pushed back & Cairo life went on. Meanwhile, in the Egyptian Army, a handful of young officers were thinking dangerous thoughts.
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Cairo in the Pocket Guide series from Berlitz; a collection of handy, pocket-sized guides dedicated to an extensive range of cities, regions & countries worldwide. Written in narrative form, individual guides explore the history, main sights & attractions, food & drink, accommodation & local culture of the destination in detail. Each Berlitz pocket guide has a similar format, with colour-coded sections helping readers locate information quickly in addition to distinctive chapters exploring the city or region. An introduction outlines the destination for visitors & a section dedicated to 'A Brief History' actually explores the area in relative depth. A where to go chapter is organized by region & city & is written in prose form with references to individual sites highlighted in bold for clarity. There are also further suggestions on where & when to eat. Recommendations for leisure activities in the region, including sport, nightlife & shopping, are also provided & tailored accordingly for each destination. Handy travel tips are listed alphabetically in a dedicated section, providing practical guidance & helping visitors make the most of their stay. The main hotels, particularly for cities, are also listed in an accommodation section, offering a brief overview with approximate price bandings & relevant contact details. ...