Overflowing with history, Al-Azhar University has long been an institute for groundbreaking research and great ideas. See if you can tour the campus and talk to some of the staff and students about their studies.

Many travelers to Islamic Cairo have this historic university on their agenda. But Al-Azhar University is just one of many spots worth a visit in the area. If you've got time for more, Egyptian Museum will keep you busy.

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Downtown Cairo

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Difficult for front desk to understand or communicate in English and there was only one staff member who was English speaking. Water was not supplied in room, nor was coffee or tea. Otherwise the room was large with nice sitting area

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Downtown Cairo

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Jun 20 - Jun 26

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Breakfast was yogurt. Bread. Fruit, coffee, tea, and cheese. It was okay if you want a simple breakfast.

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