Berlitz: Cairo Pocket Guide

Book excerpt: Berlitz Pocket Guide Cairo combines informative text with vivid colour 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 and the Muhammed Ali Mosque in the Citadel to the Khan Al-Khalili bazaar and, of course, the Giza Pyramids on the city's doorstep. Handy maps on the cover flaps help you navigate, and the book uses colour-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 and an Eating Out chapter covering Egyptian cuisine. There are carefully chosen listings of the best hotels and restaurants, and an A-Z of all the practical information you'll need.