Egypt

From the moment you step out onto the cracked pavement of the city of old Cairo, a myriad of scents hits you, especially dust and smoke – the result of a city that receives only a handful of rainy days a year. One quarter of Egyptians live in Cairo, and its noticeable - the traffic chaos on the roads, the constant sound of cars honking and weaving, a sea of apartments and satellites, and crowds on street corners and city squares. Despite this, there are some places where the city has an almost post-apocalyptic feel given the half-finished buildings and vacant houses. But the great city of Cairo has some of the world’s most treasured wonders. The River Nile flows strongly through the city, giving life to giant palms and flora on its banks as it goes. Boats doubling as cafes line it’s shores. In the distance from the city you can see the silhouette of the Great Pyramids of Giza, standing strong against the test of time. There’s the oldest train station in the Middle East, a hub of activity during the day and night. 

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