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. ...

Cairo & The Nile in the Eyewitness Top 10 series from Dorling Kindersley is a condensed format guide book featuring dozens of illustrated, top ten lists for the traveller regardless of their disposable budget. To save you time & money a Top 10 Things to Avoid is also included. Top 10 lists are given for things to see & do both in & around town, as well as the top ten features of particular locations or events. Practicalities are not forgotten as Top 10s are also provided for topics such as planning your trip, getting around & shopping. Accommodation lists provide the ten most recommended places to stay for a range of budgets, whilst restaurant top tens feature as the guide works its way through the location in question. Simple, small street plans illustrate the location of the top ten recommends within their neighbourhoods & basic, fold out maps form the inside covers. An additional pull out feature of the guide suggests ideas on how to spend your day & a phrase section is included which will help the traveller to acclimatise. ...

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. ...

” Berlitz Pocket Guide Cairo” combines informative text with vivid color photography to uncover one of the world`s largest cities. It covers everything you need to know about Cairo`s attractions, from the Egyptian Museum`s world-class collections & the Muhammed Ali Mosque in the Citadel to the Khan Al-Khalili bazaar &, of course, the Giza Pyramids on the city`s doorstep. Handy maps on the cover flaps help you navigate, & the book uses color-coding to differentiate between sections. To inspire you, the book offers a rundown of the Top 10 Attractions in the city, followed by an itinerary for a Perfect Day in Cairo. The What To Do chapter is a snapshot of ways to spend your time, from shopping at the bustling Khan Al-Khalili bazaar to sailing serenely down the Nile. The book provides all the essential background information, including a brief history of Cairo & an Eating Out chapter covering Egyptian cuisine. There are carefully chosen listings of the best hotels & restaurants, & an A-Z of all the practical information you`ll need. ...