Cairo Local Custom Tips by hayward68

Traffic in Cairo is sheer... Traffic Review

Traffic in Cairo is sheer chaos and probably only understood by native Egyptians. There doesn't seem to be any rhyme or reason how they drive and they use their horns to excess. They are able to fit their cars into the tiniest spaces and park in the most unbelievable ways. They also don't use their lights at night! Crossing the street is an adventure in itself. Best advice is to follow a local, you'll soon understand how to dodge the traffic. I was quite proud at my adeptness at this after only my 2nd day in Cairo.

One thing you will quickly... Islam Review

One thing you will quickly notice in Cairo is the number of minarets as this is an islamic country. You will hear the call to prayer several times a day and probably, like me, miss the melodic tones when you leave. Though I didn't miss the really early one that would jolt me awake from my sleep. There was a minaret only two buildings away from our hotel and it was quite loud. The one pictured is at the Mosque of Sayyidna al-Hussein by Khan el-Khalili.